A small firms group is calling for a more rapid tapering off of the Pandemic Unemployment Payment.
ISME says the income support is acting as a significant brake on return to work for many sectors, including hospitality and agriculture.
It will tell an Oireachtas Committee today that employers are struggling to recruit workers for part-time, seasonal or casual employment.
CEO of ISME, Neil McDonnell, says the belief that people will return to work when work's available isn't true:
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More than 3,000 families benefitted from the grant across Wicklow and Wexford in its first year.
Early Season Silverware For Wicklow Hurlers
Wicklow claimed the Kehoe Cup for first time since 2003 with a one-point win over Meath
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Gardaí have confirmed Megan is safe and well.
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