Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

What is the Minister's opinion not only on the acquisition of Dundalk Port by Dublin Port Company but also the prior acquisition of Greenore Port from the O'Rahilly family by Dublin Port Company and One51? Has this acquisition helped Greenore Port? The context of my questions is that Greenore Port is one of four deep-water ports we rely on to accommodate many of the panamax-type vessels arriving in the country with animal feed and other products. While the issue is not addressed in the legislation, perhaps the Minister will comment as it would be interesting to hear either his view or that of the Department on this matter.