60 jobs in offing at cultural centre

Up to 60 new jobs could be created as part of the transformation of a former famine workhouse into a major cultural and commercial centre.

The Kilmacthomas Workhouse in Co Waterford is already home to 12 visual artists and designers in an environment aimed at supporting the establishment of small craft businesses and now Waterford County Enterprise Board has put together a masterplan for the listed building.

Those working in the workhouse live in the village of Kilmacthomas and have been welcomed and supported by the local community.