Local Enterprise Offices supported over 7,100 new jobs last year

A total of 7,104 new jobs were created by LEO supported businesses, which saw a 7% employment increase compared to 2023

“The 31 Local Enterprise Offices continue to be the primary anchor for economic development in communities across the country,"  said Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Peter Burke. Pic Stephen Collins /Collins Photos

Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) supported a record number of jobs last year, new figures show, marking an 11th consecutive year of job growth.

LEOs financially supported more than 39,500 jobs in 2024, which is up from more than 38,700 in the previous year.