20 jobs could be created in €500m coast guard deal

ALMOST two dozen posts could be created in the Irish Coast Guard’s search and rescue teams as part of a major €500 million deal signed by Government.

Under the plans, announced by Transport Minister Noel Dempsey, the system’s 130-strong workforce could increase by 20.

The contract with CHC Helicopter will involve leasing “new generation” Sikorsky S 92 aircraft.