The conservative estimate comes from Tullamore chamber of commerce.
Tullamore chamber of commerce believe close to 1,800 people have become temporarily unemployed due to localised restrictions in Offaly.
The majority of these jobs are in the tourism, hospitality and visitor services.
It's president Roger Guiney says reduced capacity in those areas going forward could cause significant cuts in the medium term.
Mr Guiney explains the sentiment from businesses who've been in contact with him:
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
20kg of cannabis was discovered in the vehicle on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
