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Department intervenes to protect jobs in Muckross

Jun 26, 2020 09:24 By radiokerrynews
Department intervenes to protect jobs in Muckross
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Radio Kerry understands that the threat of job losses at Muckross House and gardens has receded. The news comes following a meeting between senior Department

Radio Kerry understands that the threat of job losses at Muckross House and gardens has receded.

The news comes following a meeting between senior Department of Culture Heritage and  Gaeltacht officials and Chair and Manager of The Trustees of Muckross House.

It's understood the Department and the trustees have affirmed the future of Muckross Traditional Farms and those who work there.

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Last week, the Board said the farm would close in September for a period and that a number of staff were facing redundancy.

The facility has been closed for a number of weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The craft centre and restaurant at Muckross House and Gardens will reopen on June 29th, while due to social distancing, Muckross House and the traditional farms will reopen in early July.

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Minister of State at the Department of Tourism Brendan Griffin has welcomed the news, along with Independent deputy Danny Healy-Rae, while Councillor Maura Healy-Rae says it's positive news for those facing possible job losses.

 

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