Low pay and accommodation bottlenecks are creating issues for potential employees.
Housing, transportation and hospitality are among the industries with the largest number of vacancies.
That's according to CEO of Crewit Resourcing, Gary O' Keefe, who says low pay and accommodation bottlenecks are creating issues for potential employees.
He believes a quick solution lies in increasing the minimum wage to a livable wage.
The Abbeyleix man says the supply of workers is not meeting the demand.
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.
Major Grants Announced For Historic Structures In The Midlands
Belvedere House will receive the highest amount across the midlands.
Midlands 103 Presenter Appointed Managing Partner At O’Reilly Consulting Group
Ronan Berry takes on the role at the HR Firm.
Site Of Leprino Cheese In Laois Goes On Sale For €12m
130 jobs are expected to be lost due to its upcoming closure.
Laois Service Station Reopens After Multi-Million Euro Redevelopment
The Applegreen in Portlaoise returns with new shopping and dining options.
