Capitalising on Carlow’s international connections

Two County Council initiatives this year created international connections through reaching out to the Carlow diaspora and international companies. The first programme is a follow-on from the Gathering funding for global events.

“The importance of international connections cannot be underestimated for a county,” said Bernie O’Brien, director of services at Carlow County Council. “Every year, Carlow welcomes a significant number of trade and tourist visitors and also has Diaspora associations in London, New ...