Jack Wall (Kildare South, Labour)
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Question 248: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment his views regarding correspondence (details supplied); when a decision will be made regarding the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26825/05]

Jack Wall (Kildare South, Labour)
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Question 249: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment his views regarding correspondence (details supplied); the time scale of the decision in regard to the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26865/05]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 248 and 249 together.

I have noted the points made in these correspondences which concern the current review of the groceries order. The public consultation process on the groceries order has generated over 550 submissions which were received from a wide range of parties, including a significant number from the public.

The submissions have all been considered and a comprehensive report on the consultation process is currently being finalised within my Department. I expect the report will include recommendations as to what action is appropriate in relation to the order and I will carefully consider its findings before making recommendations to the Government by the end of October.