There have been more than 200 jobs announced for Dublin and Co. Tipperary in two separate jobs announcements.

An Irish life sciences company has announced 60 jobs for Ballina, Co. Tipperary.

Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, who manufacture quality controls and software for clinical laboratories, have announced an expansion of its facility in the town to meet growing international demand for its products.

The products are used in over 5,000 laboratories in 110 countries globally and achieved Chinese regulatory approval during 2015.

The expanded facility was officially opened today by the Minister for the Environment, Alan Kelly, and will result in the creation of 60 new jobs over the next two years, with hiring already underway.

It will bring total employment numbers on site to 180.

Minister Kelly said: "This investment will solidify the company’s position as a significant employer in Tipperary, strongly supporting the local economy."

Malcolm Bell, CEO of Technopath, said: "I am very proud to say that this significant expansion is the result of a combined effort by our team over the last 10 years.

"Our range is best-in-class on a global scale and, having already experienced rapid growth over the past 18 months, we are now very confident about the future for our business."

In Dublin, more than 140 jobs have been created at a new nursing home.

Ardmore Lodge, on Finglas Road in Tolka Valley, will initially accommodate 89 residents, with an additional 40 being cared for into the future.

It is located on the site of the former Ardmore Hotel.