Timmy Dooley (Fianna Fail)

I welcome the continued utterances from the Minister in regard to the element of the company known as ARI, to which Senator Browne referred. It is a Shannon venture. It began and was developed in Shannon by people who have long since departed from Shannon. It was their idealism, ingenuity and entrepreneurship which developed this company. It would be great to see it in Shannon, notwithstanding company law issues.

It is clear in the legislation that where there is a disagreement between the boards, there is a capacity for the Minister to get involved and ensure the restructuring takes place in line with Government policy. If there is an issue in respect of ARI, I hope the Minister will be prepared to ensure his wishes are carried out.