OECDKathyWalshPlenarySession2-Pobal.pptVIP

Rural Policy Recommendations Rural Recommendations Definitions of Rural Need a broader definition of ‘rural’ that values the close linkages between open countryside and small towns and villages that service these areas. Need to look at particular employment needs of settlements of 3000-5,000. Rural Policy Development of a new rural vision, setting down the rationale for investing in and redefining ‘rural’. Application of rural proofing, enforced by a Rural Policy Implementation Group Application of the European policy menu in those areas where Ireland lags Recommendations Rural Employment Unemployment Employment/UnemploymentRecommendations: Better adaptation of activation to the rural, refocusing resources to intensive support and outreach, investment in childcare, transport progression. Reinvestment in apprenticeships for the new jobs already identified as appropriate for rural areas. Investment in the social economy in the rural economy, with a strategy for its development and a national support unit. Re-affirm value of community development. Operation of European ‘Community Led Local Development Programme as a global grant (2014-2020). Thank You for Listening * * * * * * * * * * * * IMPLEMENTING CHANGE: A NEW LOCAL AGENDA FOR JOBS AND GROWTH In co-operation with the EU Presidency, Irish Government and Pobal 26-27 March 2013, Dublin-Kilkenny, Ireland 9th Annual Meeting PLENARY SESSION II: LOCAL EMPLOYMENT STRATEGIES IN RURAL AREAS Kathy Walsh KW Research and Associates, Ireland Employment and Unemployment in an Irish Rural Context Dr. Kathy Walsh OECD Conference Kilkenny, 27th March 2013 Study Purpose Examine nature and issues of employment, unemployment social inclusion in rural areas (esp. since 2008). Make recommendations to address issues Study undertaken jointly with Brian Harvey. Focus of this presentation: Employment Unemployment Content Study purpose Methodology Findings Recommendations Study Methodology Use of various