IDA figures show the rise in the region is the highest in the country.
Investment in the midlands has helped lead to a growth in employment for the region.
That's the view of the Minister for Enterprise, Peter Burke, as IDA employment figures show the rise in the midlands is the highest across the country.
Athlone has seen huge improvements after being named a Regional Centre, including in wastewater, broadband and in recreation.
Fine Gael and Longford Westmeath TD, Deputy Burke says this type of investment is attracting employers:
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