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Introduction to Healthcare

WLD will be running an Introduction to the Role of Healthcare Assistant in September. This 4 part course covers all you need to know about what it takes to be a Healthcare Assistant including the qualifications that are required, skills you will need and the nature of the work involved. It’s available in Wexford, Enniscorthy, […]

Wexford Local Development is rolling out a series of free Community Leadership & Capacity Building Courses in the districts of Enniscorthy, Wexford and New Ross commencing in the autumn. The course will provide opportunities to explore an understanding of community, the role of the leader, look at building capacity to represent others, consider how to […]

€266,713 LEADER Grant Aid for two Wexford food producers

Wexford Local Community Development Committee and Wexford Local Development recently approved LEADER Food Initiative grant aid totaling €266,713 for two well known Wexford food producers, Kelly’s Bakery in Wexford town and Wexford Home Preserves in New Ross. The LEADER Food Initiative is managed jointly by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Department […]

County Wexford Business Awards 2019 – REMINDER

  REMINDER to join in and be part of the most prestigious & reputable business event namely the County Wexford Business Awards 2019.  The Wexford Business Awards, now in their eleventh year, are county wide awards recognising the entrepreneurialism, innovation, diversity and talent of businesses across all sectors. The awards honour Wexford’s industry leaders through the […]

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Free Community Leadership & Capacity Building Training Course in Gorey

Wexford Local Development is rolling out a series of Community Leadership & Capacity Building Courses across the county this year.  The first course will take place in Well’s House this May & June for community groups from the Gorey District.  The programme will provide opportunity to explore an understanding of community, the role of the […]

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Driver Theory preparation in Gorey

Passing your driver theory test is the first step to getting your driving licence and getting on the road. WLD has a course in June to prepare you for the test, it’s free of charge and, if you complete the course we’ll arrange an official test appointment for you. To register or find out more […]

Healthcare Training in New Ross

‘Care of the Older Person’ – a QQI Level 5 module will be available in New Ross starting in February. To find out if this training is for you please contact Noreen on 053 9155885 or at  ndake@wld.ie

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Exploring Tourism Opportunities in County Wexford – LEADER Forum

Wexford Local Development is hosting a LEADER Tourism Forum on Wednesday, 6th February 2019 in Wells House and Gardens from 2.30pm – 4.30pm. The main aim of the event is to discuss how the grant aid available under the LEADER Programme 2014 – 2020 can support new and existing tourism businesses and initiatives throughout County Wexford.  Other […]