John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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Question 245: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he has investigated the circumstances regarding the lay offs and closures at a company (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; the action he will take to replace this loss of jobs; if assistance will be given to the company to continue their operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33586/06]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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I understand from IDA Ireland that the company in question has not made any closure announcement. Unfortunately, six people were let go on 6 October 2006, due to difficult market conditions and related problems which the company is experiencing. The agency is maintaining close contact with the company which has agreed to notify IDA Ireland of any future developments. The agency has also offered to meet both the local and parent management teams and to assist in whatever way it can. In the meantime, the Industrial Development agencies will continue to promote the area in order to create sustainable investment and job opportunities.