The population of Balbriggan is expanding while industries are closing or reducing their work staff.

Report shows exterior of college. Minister for the Public Service, John Boland, addressing gathering. Views of Balbriggan and children playing on the strand. Fishing boats tied up in the harbour. Views of Balbriggan Town. Views of closed down Smico factory.

Interview with Austin Kennedy, journalist, on expansion of the town.

The reporter is Charlie Bird.

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