Denis Brosnan honoured by Limerick Chamber

Limerick is destined to become the country’s most advanced city, but it must keep “the shoulder to the wheel” to get there, former Kerry Group chief Denis Brosnan said yesterday.

Mr Brosnan was speaking at a funciton where he was honoued by Limerick Chamber of Commerce who made him an honorary life member to acknowledge his contribution to the economic development of the Mid-West region through his tenure as chair of the Regional Jobs Task Force, the Limerick Re-Organisation Group and now chair of the Limerick Economic Forum.

Presenting the award Catherine Duffy, president of Limerick Chamber, said: “The appointment of Denis Brosnan to chair the Regional Jobs Task Force in 2009 by the then-tánaiste was an inspired choice.

“A series of hard-hitting reports were produced under his tenure and action was taken, including the idea of a single unitary local government authority for city and county.

“Today he continues to champion economic development in the region in his role as chair of the Limerick Economic Forum. And again recommendations arising under his charge are being implemented.

“His vision, foresight, dedication and leadership skills have brought prosperity and growth to our region.

“He is a gentleman who has made a real, positive and lasting impact on the commerce of this region,” she continued.

Mr Brosnan said: “The change in the region since 2008 has been transformative but everyone must keep their shoulder to the wheel.

“We persuaded government of the structures that needed to change, a unified local authority is now the key driver of economic development and a directorate for economic development is making a difference.”