Frank Feighan (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)

We have met Quinn workers, the Quinn group and concerned Irish businesses about this serious situation. There is currently a bid to take over Quinn Insurance. As politicians we have listened to local concerns that this process should be open and transparent, and that whatever decision is made will take into account the 6,000 jobs in the Quinn group and others that rely on it. In addition, taxpayers must be taken into consideration at all times. We will meet various groups and agencies to ensure that the concerns of Quinn workers, businesses and taxpayers will be taken into account in whatever decision is to be made. That is why we have raised this matter in the House today. I will now hand over to Deputy Seymour Crawford.

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