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Policy

The Policy Analysis team looks at the long-term trends, challenges and solutions that can affect or improve the quality of life in our region.

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Regional Analysis

Qualitative and quantitative research analysing data and issues relevant to the social and economic development of the Western Region.

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Latest Insights Blog

Providing insights on key issues for the Western Region of Ireland

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Policy Analysis

Deirdre Frost
Policy Analyst and Digiwest Project Manager
Phone (094) 98 61885
Email deirdrefrost@wdc.ie
- LinkedIn
Helen McHenry
Policy Analyst
Phone (094) 98 61884
Email helenmchenry@wdc.ie
- LinkedIn
Luke McGrath
Economist
Phone (094) 9861441
Email lukemcgrath@wdc.ie
- Twitter
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Policy analysis in numbers

829k

Population of Western Region

80%

Live in villages and rural areas

93%

Are micro-enterprises (less that 10 employees)

120%

Regional power demand met by renewable energy

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