Michael Brennan (Progressive Democrats)

I thank Senator Finucane for sharing his time on this matter. He has given a detailed explanation of the situation pertaining to Castlemahon Foods and pointed out that the company has been a major employer for the past 50 years in an area heavily dependent on agriculture. I join my colleague in asking the Minister of State to offer every assistance at his disposal in safeguarding the jobs and finding a solution to the grave problem currently facing west County Limerick. The suppliers to the plant, who have made significant commitments, also face a perilous future.