An artist's impression of the Apple centre in Athenry.

Taoiseach confirms Apple’s commitment to Athenry

September 14th, 2:08pm September 14th, 6:24pm

Connacht Tribune

Galway Bay fm newsroom – An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has confirmed that Apple is committed to developing a data centre in Athenry.
Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Galway East TD Ciaran Cannon said the Taoiseach met with Apple executives last week.
He said Apple remains committed to the €850 million project in Athenry, despite reports that the tech giant is willing to abandon the development.
According to news agency Bloomberg, Apple executives told the government that they’re prepared to pull out if planning delays continue.
Last October, the High court granted two objectors a judicial review of the planning decision. The hearing has been repeatedly pushed back and is next scheduled to be heard on October 12th.
Minister Cannon said the Taoiseach has reassured him that Apple is committed to the investment in Athenry.