Jerry Cowley (Mayo, Independent)
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Question 319: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if, in view of the example of the Norwegian Government, he will consider establishing an oil and gas exploration company here; if his attention has been drawn to the benefit this would have on the economy and the effect it could have on other Departments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31731/05]

Noel Dempsey (Meath, Fianna Fail)
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This question is almost identical to one I answered from the Deputy recently, No. 541 of 28 September. I would draw the Deputy's attention to the reply I gave to that question and would add that the facts and conclusions given in that reply remain unchanged.