The Local Enterprise Office (LEO) South Dublin approved €118,500 in grant funding for 8 local businesses at its most recent Evaluation & Approvals Committee meeting.

Colm Ward. Head of Enterprise in South Dublin County Council explains:

“Of the 8 projects approved for funding this month, three are doing feasibility studies along with three start-ups and two existing businesses ready to expand. These significant grant approvals for local businesses will help to create 10 new jobs as well as sustaining 12 existing jobs in various locations across South Dublin including Walkinstown, Saggart, Rathfarnham, Tallaght & Lucan.

“Various sectors are represented including manufacturing, online trading, international services, software and I.T. with strong export potential a key feature of several projects.  These small enterprises which currently each employing less than 10 staff have ambitious plans to continue their growth trajectory and LEO South Dublin will help them on their way.”

“The latest approvals mean that LEO South Dublin has now approved funding for 34 projects to create 57 jobs in 2015.”

The Local Enterprise Office South Dublin is actively seeking new and aspiring entrepreneurs with strong business ideas who may require guidance and support. Contact LEO South Dublin on 414 9000