Centre Parcs to provide much needed 750 jobs boost for midlands

“This morning I’m joining Minister Mitchell O’Connor, Center Parcs CEO Martin Dalby, and members of the local community to inspect the site and receive an update on the project.

“Centre Parcs could lead to the creation of up to 1,000 permanent jobs at the 395 acre site at Newcastle Wood near Ballymahon and is expected to be completed by 2019.

“The development will have a significant positive impact on the local economy, bringing a huge economic bounce to the Midlands. 

“Along with construction jobs and jobs in hospitality when the park opens, it will be a boost to the whole services industry locally, including food produce and all the services aligned with the hotel and catering business. It’s estimated that up to 30 businesses will work with Centre Parcs and a community forum will be established to ensure local engagement.  

“Longford and Westmeath needs this boost and it is a once in a lifetime opportunity. We must take advantage of this to ensure that the maximum benefits can be felt in relation to investment, employment and quality of life in the area.

“We all need to take full advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity for Longford and the Midlands. As the Government TD for Longford Westmeath, I will be working hard to ensure that Government provides maximum support for this development and all the advantages it will hopefully bring.”