Enterprise Ireland boss reveals hard border fears

Brexit is top priority for Co Down-born Sinnamon

Julie Sinnamon, chief executive, Enterprise Ireland Picture: Fergal Phillips

Brexit is a major focus for Enterprise Ireland boss Julie Sinnamon this year for the obvious professional reasons, but also for personal ones.

“I am a Co Down person. Having spent many years passing over a border, it is something I hope I never have to do again on this island,” Sinnamon said.

Brexit will be the state agency’s main priority for the year ahead. Britain is the largest market for Enterprise Ireland’s ...