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Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Trade Agreements (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: It is important, first and foremost, to acknowledge how vital international trade deals are for Ireland. As a small, open, export-led economy, we very much support balanced international Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) as they help to open up greater market access at reduced costs. The EU-Mercosur deal was agreed in principle on 28th June after nearly 20 years of negotiations. Irish...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Advertising Expenditure (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Details of expenditure incurred by my Department and its Offices on digital marketing are available at the following link:

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Work Permits Applications (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: My officials inform me that an application for a General Employment Permit in respect of the named individual was submitted to my Department on 20th May 2019. The Employment Permits Section is currently processing Standard employment permit applications submitted on 1st April 2019. This application for an employment permit should be reached for processing in approximately seven weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Expenditure (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Section 949(3) of the Companies Act 2014 provides that the Director of Corporate Enforcement shall be independent in the performance of his statutory functions. I, as Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation have no direct function in such matters. The ODCE’s yearly spend on consultancy work is set out in its Annual Reports. Consultancy work by the bodies referred to by the...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Expenditure (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Details of contracts between my Department and the companies in question in the years 2015 to 2019 are set out in the tables below. 2019 Contracts Company Purpose of Contract Value of Contract KPMG Provision of Brexit-related advisory content TBC 2018 Contracts Company Purpose of Contract Value of Contract PWC Developed an information guide for SME’s on currency risk...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Expenditure (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Details of contracts between my Department and the company in question in the years 2015 to 2019 are set out in the following table. Year Purpose of Contract Value of Contract 2016 Forensic Accountancy €8,260.68 2015 Forensic Accountancy €23,249.46

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: IDA Ireland (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: As the Deputy will be aware, regional development remains an absolute priority of mine. I am focused on supporting and sustaining existing regional employment while also working to create new economic opportunities and jobs in every county of Ireland. There are now nearly 230,000 people working in IDA client firms. Last year saw more IDA-supported jobs added in regional Ireland than at any...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Expenditure (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: My Department has not had any expenditure on tribunals, commissions of investigation or statutory inquiries during the period in question.

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Staff Data (9 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Pay allocations for employees of my Department are set out in the Department of Public expenditure and Reform Circular – 16/2018 – Application of 1 October 2018 pay adjustments under the Public Service and Pensions Act 2017. The following table sets out the estimated cost of recruiting one additional Accountant Grade 3 and one extra Solicitor at APO Level. The estimate is based...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Brexit Data (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: The €300 million Brexit Loan Scheme provides relatively short-term working capital for terms of 1 to 3 years, to eligible businesses with up to 499 employees to help them innovate, change or adapt to mitigate their Brexit challenges. Businesses can confirm their eligibility with the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and, if deemed eligible, can apply to one of the...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Departmental Offices (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Accommodation for my Department and our Offices is provided by the Office of Public Works (OPW) in buildings which are either State owned or leased by OPW on our behalf. The Department are the sole tenants in two of the buildings below namely Earlsfort Centre and 59 Dawson St. and all other buildings are shared. The following table provides details of dedicated bike spaces and lockers in...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Ministerial Transport (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: The car I use in the performance of my official duties is my own private car.

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Economic Competitiveness (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Ireland is a competitive economy, as reflected in a range of economic metrics, such as: high economic growth; the strong performance of the labour market across sectors and regions; strong trade figures; and, our strong overall productivity levels. The National Competitiveness Council (NCC) plays an important institutional role ensuring that the Government has an independent voice raising...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Economic Competitiveness (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: Ireland is a competitive economy, as reflected in a range of economic metrics, such as: high economic growth; the strong performance of the labour market across sectors and regions; strong trade figures; and, our overall strong productivity levels. The National Competitiveness Council (NCC) plays an important institutional role ensuring that the Government has an independent voice raising...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Skills Shortages (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: My Department works in collaboration with the Department of Education and Skills to ensure that the education and training system is producing the right talent pool to ensure the success of enterprise in Ireland. In particular, my Department provides research and secretarial support to the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs (EGFSN). The EGFSN plays a key role in identifying and advising...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Capital Expenditure Programme (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: The Capital allocation to my Department in 2019 is €620 million. This represents an increase of 11.7% on our 2018 allocation of €555 million. The total Capital allocation monies expended by the Department at the end of May was €201.68 million. This is some €16 million (7%) behind profile. In addition the Department carried over €27.6 million in capital from...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: IDA Ireland Site Visits (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: IDA Ireland hosted 159 site visits as of the first quarter of 2019, with almost 65% of these visits taking place in regional locations. Information on site visits for the second quarter of 2019 will be made available by mid-July. Whilst site visits are an important tool in helping showcase regional locations to investors, it is important to remember - as I have...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Skills Shortages (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: The Expert Group on Future Skills Needs (EGFSN) is an independent body tasked with advising the Government on the current and future skills needs of the Irish economy, as well as any other issues that impact on the national potential for enterprise and employment growth. In June of last year the Group published its report "Addressing the Skills Needs Arising from the Potential Trade...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: IDA Ireland Data (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: The availability of marketable serviced land and buildings in advance of demand is a key element in the IDA's ability to compete for mobile foreign direct investment. Not only does such a supply of properties help the Agency to secure high quality jobs but it also allows projects to begin at an earlier date by diminishing difficulties associated with land acquisition, planning and...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Brexit Supports (4 Jul 2019)

Heather Humphreys: A range of supports is in place to assist SMEs to address the challenges and indeed opportunities arising as a result of Brexit. The suite of supports and funding programmes available are primarily focused on enhancing innovation and competitiveness, export market diversification and information and awareness. In relation to customs preparations, the “Prepare your business for...