Imelda Henry (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We had a very good news story in Sligo yesterday evening. A U-turn was made on the decision to close Stiefel Laboratories next year. It is a great example of what can be done with the commitment of staff and the site manager, Pat McLoughlin, IDA Ireland and the Minister, Deputy Bruton. GlaxoSmithKline has now decided to diversify slightly in the product it manufactures and to invest a further ¤10 million in the plant. If one is committed to surviving in this difficult time it is great when one has the co-operation of agencies, staff and a there is a good person at the helm. I hope more such stories will be heard in the future.

I take the opportunity to congratulate Sligo Rovers on winning the League of Ireland final. We had fantastic representation from this House at the event with Senators Mooney, MacSharry and Reilly. It is a fantastic time for Sligo.