Joe Carey (Clare, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for his reply. I accept the issue is a long-term one but we must do work on it now. There is considerable merit in Moneypoint. It is perfectly located in the Shannon Estuary and has significant attributes. If we can exploit the potential now the establishment of an interdepartmental group, as proposed, would make a compelling case for Moneypoint, the pier and site. It would offer accommodation for the headquarters of oil exploration teams to locate their engineering and logistical functions. I appeal to the Minister to establish such a working group to examine the pros and cons of using the pier site to drive the project.

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