John Clendennen (Offaly, Fine Gael)

Mr. Filan mentioned the possibility of closure. The irony of having to close during quieter periods to remain open is quite a contradiction. Does Mr. Filan see any merit in community CEAI schemes, a business community scheme where businesses come together to achieve economies of scale? I am conscious that smaller businesses do not benefit from economies of scale. If a business has a weekly turnover of €5,000 or €10,000 it is difficult to survive. Should we be looking at this on a collective basis?