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Monday, 13 January 2025 14:47

The jobs market is expected to be more hire-friendly this year.

Job opportunities across the midlands are expected to be on the rise this year.

Hiring agency, FRS Recruitment, is forecasting a 7% growth in 'recruitment opportunities' Laois.

The figure is 6% in Westmeath and Offaly respectively.

While on a national basis they also expect to see a 10% increase in recruitment around the country.

In the midlands, jobs are forecast to come up in healthcare, commercial accounts, clerical work, agri-business, and construction.

General Manager at FRS Recruitment, Lynn McCormack says the mood music has changed since 2024:

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