A Memorandum of Understanding has today been signed between GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny. Speaking at the signing, the Taoiseach Enda Kenny TD said how the memorandum will cement the Connacht-Ulster alliance.

He added: “In today’s challenging climate, it is more important than ever that a spirit of co-operation and innovation prevails throughout our country’s institutions.” He continued “the building of such partnerships is the key to the delivery of many of the most important objectives of the National Strategy for Higher Education.”