Construction sector fears skills shortage as British firms up Irish recruitment
Friday, March 12, 2021
Irish construction workers are being recruited to work in Britain while sites here remain largely closed due to Level 5 restrictions.
Industry representatives in Ireland fear workers will leave for Britain, resulting in a major skills shortage in the State according to The Irish Times.
The Irish Plant Contractors Association (IPCA) is concerned thousands of skilled machine operators are being targeted for recruitment, claiming up to six British firms have stepped up advertising campaigns.
Despite Brexit, Irish people maintain the right to live and work in Britain as part of the Common Travel Area, making them ideal candidates.
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