Ex-Dell workers found franchises

FORMER Dell workers took the first steps along new career paths as they began operating franchise businesses through a joint programme drawn up by Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) and Limerick Chamber of Commerce.

The National Franchise Centre (NFC) which was officially opened yesterday is helping launch 20 businesses, 11 of which will be run by the ex-Dell employees.

The centre, opened by Minister of State Jan O’Sullivan, expects to create up to 150 start-ups and 500 jobs over the next five years.