Limerick Opens 2 Offices for Traveller and Roma Jobs Scheme as Network Expands to 14
Updated
Updated · Limerick Post · Aug 17
Limerick Opens 2 Offices for Traveller and Roma Jobs Scheme as Network Expands to 14
3 articles · Updated · Limerick Post · Aug 17
Summary
Two new TRLEI offices in Limerick will operate through Ballyhoura Development CLG and West Limerick Resources CLG, widening employment support for Traveller and Roma communities.
The expansion lifts the pilot scheme from six offices to 14 and extends coverage to 11 counties, part of a broader push to make training and job support more locally accessible.
Census 2022 showed Traveller unemployment at 61% among people aged 15 to 65, down from 80% in 2016, while Roma unemployment was recorded at 17% for the first time.
Minister Norma Foley said the rollout supports commitments under the National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy II, with locations chosen by local population size and need.