The creation of 100 new jobs at a Longford factory is proof the midlands is ready to host new manufacturing businesses.
Senator Michael Carrigy made the argument following the announcement of the new jobs at C&D Pet Foods in Edgeworthstown.
The company has announced the new jobs at their Longford facility along with an investment of 48 million euro.
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The Longford based Senator believes that new companies will come to the area if the necessary infrastructure work is complete.
The expansion of the pet food factory has led to renewed calls for progress on the long sought N4 Mullingar to Longford project.
Senator Carrigy argues that transport links are one of the first things companies research when looking to expand to a new area:
