Skillnet Ireland has revealed it will invest €80m in 2026, including €54.2m from Budget 2026 and €26m in private sector funding, for workforce development.
The investment supports businesses through 70 Skillnet Business Networks, focusing on digital adoption, AI, and green economy skills. Programmes aim to boost productivity, innovation, and competitiveness, particularly for SMEs facing skills challenges.
Skillnet Ireland collaborates with government, enterprise, and education sectors to address critical skills gaps.
The initiative supports Ireland’s knowledge-based economy by nurturing a highly skilled workforce.
Brendan McGinty shared: “This is an important investment in workforce development by Government as part of its support for Ireland’s businesses.”
Mark Jordan shared: “The world of work continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and the ability of businesses to adapt depends on the skills of their people.”
