The recession has led to a rise in a stress-induced skin disease, according to new research published today.

THE overall winner of The Young Entrepreneur Programme Awards 2008 is Neasa FitzPatrick from Coláiste Na Sceilge, Caherciveen, Co Kerry.

SEVERAL of the country’s most successful businessmen and women will share their tips and secrets with the next generation of budding movers and shakers, testing their mettle and checking if they have the entrepreneurial skill or E-Factor, to succeed.

JOANNA GARDINER has been appointed chairperson of the governing body of Dundalk Institute of Technology (DKIT) for five years.