State aid may be available for firms

The Government may make millions of euro worth of special state aid available for firms at risk of a Brexit backlash due to growing concerns of the damage that could be caused to the economy.

A Department of Jobs spokesperson confirmed the move is being considered as the minister in charge, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, was last night accused of being “nowhere to be seen”.

The Irish Examiner yesterday reported that Fianna Fáil and the Small Firms Association are seeking millions of euro in supports to cope with the likely economic problems caused by Brexit.