Marie Sherlock (Labour) | Oireachtas source

What I am trying to get at is that I am shocked the Department has not undertaken a review of the impact for Ireland of a suspension and indeed the implications for trade and jobs. I thank Mr. Downes for naming the IDA clients that are Israeli-owned. While I think we are all are aware that this will impact on jobs, we are also aware that the actions of the Israeli Government are killing people in Gaza at this point in time. The former Taoiseach, Deputy Varadkar, took a very welcome step in asking for a review. Surely the Department with responsibility for trade has some consideration and thinking as to the impact that will have on this country.