Frank Feighan (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 56: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the decision he has made on the request that the Government should guarantee a loan in respect of Waterford Crystal; the criteria according to which the decision was made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16731/08]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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Question 63: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the proposals under consideration by him with respect to financial support or guarantees for a company (details supplied); his views on whether such proposals would be consistent with EU State aid legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15616/08]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 56 and 63 together.

This matter is under consideration by Government and I cannot comment further. The issue of compliance with State aid rules will be pursued with the European Commission, if necessary.