Deirdre Clune (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)

Question No. 63 asked the Minister to comment on the competitiveness of Irish exports. Energy costs, local authority charges and wage levels, for example, can make it quite expensive to do business here. Such expenses are ultimately reflected in prices. Does the Minister agree that those who export are at a disadvantage as a result of these factors? What can be done to reduce such costs?

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