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Clare County Urged to Boost Disability Employment Rates

5/7/2025

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Clare County Council faces pressure to leverage EU law to boost its dismal disability employment rate, with only one-third of disabled individuals over 15 currently in jobs—20% below the EU average. MEP Michael McNamara calls for swift action to implement Article 20 of the EU’s Public Procurement Directive, advocating for greater support for disadvantaged workers.

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Clare County Council faces pressure to leverage EU law to boost its dismal disability employment rate, with only one-third of disabled individuals over 15 currently in jobs—20% below the EU average. MEP Michael McNamara calls for swift action to implement Article 20 of the EU’s Public Procurement Directive, advocating for greater support for disadvantaged workers.