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Tuesday, 10 March 2020 06:45

It's also hoped the idea will create further job opportunities in the town.

A Westmeath town is hoping to reduce commuting time for workers by providing an enterprise hub.

An online survey is underway to see if commuters and entrepreneurs want to avail of remote working facilities in Kinnegad.

The local authority is hoping it will create further job opportunities in the town and contribute to a reduction in the carbon footprint.

Labour Councillor Denis Leonard believes people would get more involved in their local community if they could work closer to home:

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