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EPISODE · Apr 4, 2025 · 2 MIN

US tariffs sparks fear in North West

from Ocean FM News Reports

The US tariffs have sparked fear in the North West for jobs, short-term working and a dip in economic growth.That's according to Sligo Leitrim Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan, who says its been a nervous week for many exporters in the region. The Government says it's still unclear exactly how jobs would be hit, but the Finance Minister wants a negotiated settlement to the US tariffs.Deputy Feighan says we have come through a lot over the last 10 years and it's important to remain hopeful that the impact will be minimal:

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The US tariffs have sparked fear in the North West for jobs, short-term working and a dip in economic growth.That's according to Sligo Leitrim Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan, who says its been a nervous week for many exporters in the region. The...

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