Roll-out of 4G internet network to create 200 jobs

Around 200 new jobs are set to be created as a result of the roll-out of a new high-speed 4G Internet network across the country.

The Irish-owned communications firm Imagine says it will provide high-speed access to 90% of the country by 2012 through its new WiMax technology.

Phase one of the scheme, which covers a quarter of a million homes, will be completed by the middle of next month.

Up to €100m is being invested in the project.