A SUPERMARKET group owner has taken over as president of Waterford Chamber of Commerce and vowed to forge closer links with other bodies in the south-east.

INVESTMENT in infrastructure is a priority for business owners and their employees in the south-east if industry, tourism and commerce in the region is to compete on a level playing field.

BUSINESS leaders across the south-east remain furious at Iarnród Éireann’s decision to suspend rail services between Waterford and Rosslare.