Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)

We understand that many businesses are vulnerable, as was referred to by the Minister. I have met and received correspondence from many representatives of the printing industry. However, we must be conscious of another aspect. Many Irish companies are also exporting. Irish companies have contracts connected to the 2012 Olympics in London and several Irish software companies are providing services to councils in the United Kingdom and across the European Union. If we are to be open in one area we must accept the quid pro quo. We must restore competitiveness to our economy and ensure that our companies are competitive.

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