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Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I have referred here in the Dáil to the plan. The plan for quite some time has been for the phased reopening of schools, starting with the opening of special schools, which has been done, and moving on to special classes. Across the period of March and April, the plan is to open schools on a phased basis. I totally appreciate that what parents want is a clear plan and clear message....

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I thank the Deputy. I am aware of the media reports in regard to the future of Ulster Bank in the Republic of Ireland. This is, as everyone in the House will appreciate, a commercial matter for its owner, NatWest. It will not be a Government decision, nor does it require Government approval. However, it is a matter of real concern and one that the Government is taking very seriously. It...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I thank the Deputy. I will be speaking to the Minister for Finance about this again today. I am sure he will be willing to engage with Opposition spokespeople and members of the committee on this issue as things develop. I will take that up with him later but I am sure he will be happy to brief spokespeople and engage with the committee. As the Deputy knows, the Minister has already...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Credit Guarantee Scheme (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: A new COVID-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme (CCGS) was developed and launched in September 2020. Loans of up to €1 million are available for up to five and a half years at reduced interest rates for working capital and investment purposes. Loans under €250,000 do not require collateral or personal guarantees. The Scheme was developed in accordance with the European...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I understand this is an incredibly difficult time for businesses and families across the country. The Government has put in place a comprehensive range of measures to help businesses and workers during the pandemic, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the COVID-19 Restrictions Support Scheme (CRSS), low-cost loans, the deferral and...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Departmental Funding (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: My Department has recently established an Enterprise Information Centre to provide information to the public on the wide range of supports that are available to help businesses. Contact details are available at the following link: The Enterprise Agencies under the remit of my Department manage a range of direct grants, loans and other tailored supports to businesses. Contact details for the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: The Government has put in place a comprehensive range of measures to help businesses and workers during the pandemic, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the COVID-19 Restrictions Support Scheme (CRSS), low-cost loans, the deferral and warehousing of tax liabilities and the waiver of commercial rates. Details of the wide range of...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: The Government has put in place a comprehensive range of measures to help businesses and workers during the pandemic, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the COVID-19 Restrictions Support Scheme (CRSS), low-cost loans, the deferral and warehousing of tax liabilities and the waiver of commercial rates. Details of the wide range of...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Food Prices (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: The term “Groceries Order” refers to the Restrictive Practices (Groceries) Order 1987 (S.I. No.142 of 1987). This Order prohibited below invoice price selling rather than banning below cost selling. However, in effect, the Order had allowed wholesalers and suppliers to determine minimum retail prices being charged to consumers, thereby seriously constraining competition in the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Ministerial Correspondence (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: The correspondence referred to was received in the Office of the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment on 20th November 2020 and the matter is receiving attention.

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I recognise the impact that this pandemic is having on businesses right across the country. In order to assist businesses to address the challenges posed by COVID-19 the Government has put in place a comprehensive package to help businesses and workers during the pandemic, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the COVID-19 Restrictions...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: The 31 Local Enterprise Offices continue to offer direct grant aid to microenterprises (up to 10 employees) in the manufacturing and internationally traded services sector. Subject to certain eligibility criteria, the LEOs can provide financial assistance within four main categories, following the LEO Lifecycle of Pre-Start, Start and Grow; - Feasibility Grants, for investigating the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I recognise the impact that this pandemic is having on businesses right across the country. In order to assist businesses to address the challenges posed by COVID-19 the Government has put in place a comprehensive package to help businesses and workers during the pandemic, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the COVID-19 Restrictions...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Brexit Issues (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I propose to take Questions Nos. 11 and 12 together. In the seven weeks since the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement came into force that sets us on a different course for trading with the UK, we are seeing some short-term disruption arising from the new requirements around customs and SPS checks and controls. Supply chains are gradually adjusting to the new arrangements and documentary...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Trade Data (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I propose to take Questions Nos. 13, 14, 23 and 26 together. The Central Statistics Office compiles statistical data on Goods Exports and Imports. The latest figures available relate to exports and imports for the month of December 2020 and for the year 2020. As statistics are not yet available for the month of January 2021, it is not yet possible to measure any impact on trade between...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Enterprise Support Services (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I am keenly aware that businesses are making a massive sacrifice to protect their communities and I am committed to ensuring that the Government offers as much assistance and support as possible. A comprehensive range of measures is in place for manufacturing and service firms of all sizes, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Enterprise Support Services (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I am keenly aware that businesses are making a massive sacrifice to protect their communities and I am committed to ensuring that the Government offers as much assistance and support as possible. A comprehensive range of measures is in place for manufacturing and service firms of all sizes, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I am keenly aware that businesses are making a massive sacrifice to protect their communities and I am committed to ensuring that the Government offers as much assistance and support as possible. A comprehensive range of measures is in place for manufacturing and service firms of all sizes, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: I am keenly aware that businesses are making a massive sacrifice to protect their communities and I am committed to ensuring that the Government offers as much assistance and support as possible. A comprehensive range of measures is in place for manufacturing and service firms of all sizes, including the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS), the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP), the...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Local Enterprise Offices (18 Feb 2021)

Leo Varadkar: My Department and its Agencies will continue our work to enable younger persons to develop the entrepreneurial skills needed to pursue their business ideas. This is particularly important given the twin challenges to businesses of COVID-19 and Brexit. In 2021, Enterprise Ireland will continue to offer a number of start-up supports available to younger persons. These include New...