Peter Burke says SMEs are responsible for a huge amount of employment in the country.
The Government is committing to think about about small businesses first.
The small business unit within the Department of Enterprise will focus on implementing an SME impact assessment on memos being brought to cabinet.
Enterprise Minister and Longford Westmeath TD Peter Burke says local businesses are the lifeblood of the country's economy:
Appeal Lodged Against New Lidl Development In Laois
Approval for a new supermarket in Mountmellick was confirmed by Laois County Council last month.
Michael O'Leary Allays Jet Fuel Shortage Concerns
The Ryanair chief has received positive news ahead of holiday season.
Charter Medical Private Hospital Wins National Award
The Mullingar Hospital was honoured with the Health Ireland Award.
Laois Firm Wins Sustainability Award At SEAI Energy Show
Aubren decarbonised St Vincent's Private Hospital.
Planning Permission Submitted For Westmeath Business Park
The development would be built near Kinnegad.
Midlands Is "Critical" For Ireland's Renewable Energy Ambitions - Climate Minister
BnM is promising €12m in community benefit funding.
Midlands Holiday Destinations Make List Of Most Attractive Irish Destinations
Ómós near Abbeyleix and Samsu cabins in Westmeath have made the 'Fab 50' list.
Midlands Housing Market Surges As Prices Jump Over 13% In A Year
The biggest increase across the midlands came in Laois.
Enterprise Minister Says Energy Parks Will Make Midlands Production Leader
There is developments planned for the region.
Irish Retail Chain Born Clothing To Close All 15 Stores
On Tuesday, the High Court placed the company under the control of provisional liquidators.
Laois Retailer Retires After Five Decades in Business
AJ Flynn menswear in Portlaoise is closing its doors.
Midlands Outdoor Equipment Shop Shutting Down
Killeigh's 'A Room Outside Midlands' operates its last day of business on Friday.
€1.3m Funding Announced To Protect Midland Archaeological Heritage Sites
Westmeath will receive the highest amount in the midlands.
Property Inflation Accelerates Across Midlands In New CSO Report
The median price of a home is almost €400k.
Offaly Named In Top 10 Cheapest Areas For First Time Homebuyers
Dublin and Galway were found to be nearer the bottom of the list.
Laois Service Station Reopens After Multi-Million Euro Redevelopment
The Applegreen in Portlaoise returns with new shopping and dining options.
