Jobs losses greets touring Taoiseach

TAOISEACH Bertie Ahern was given the worst possible welcome to the Midlands yesterday with a reminder that the economy is not as secure as he believes it is.

Jobs losses greets touring Taoiseach
Wed, 23 May, 2007 - 01:00
Conor Ryan

As he was about to arrive in Athlone, one of its high-quality employers told staff it is to close its doors.

The Conor Medsystems plant confirmed a loss of 165 jobs.

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