Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for his comprehensive reply. In passing, I congratulate him and his colleagues on their elevation or their retention of their very important positions.

The points the Minister has raised in regard to the contributory factors that might challenge the competitiveness of trade and industry are the issues I would like to concentrate on. All sectors of industry know the issues that impact on them most and that are not of benefit to them. The extent to which we can at this stage identify the cause or causes of challenges that may affect industry in retaining that competitive edge needs to be looked at, particularly at this moment. I ask that the issues the Minister has raised during previous questions be examined with greater intensity to ensure that all of those who might feel in any way threatened will have their case heard.

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