Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

Estimates of between 20,000 and 25,000 jobs were suggested as the potential for job creation in a green IFSC. Does the Government have any particular measure on the real potential of a green IFSC in terms of job creation?

It was indicated earlier this year that a feasibility study would be carried out and depending on its outcome a launch was signalled for the months of March or April. Was a feasibility study carried out? If so, what were the findings of such a study? Will a launch take place that will give rise to the realisation of what is involved in this project? Will the Taoiseach give an indication of whether a committee or other structure has been established to oversee the proposals on a green IFSC under the aegis of his Department or any other? What, in practical terms, does he see as the potential yield in terms of inward investment from the putting in place of a green IFSC?

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