Aengus Ó Snodaigh (Dublin South Central, Sinn Fein)
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Question 31: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if she has met with representatives of Irish small and medium enterprises to discuss the issue of the length of time small businesses are waiting to receive payments in respect of work carried out and goods delivered. [41953/08]

Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)
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I have met with the Irish Small And Medium Enterprises Association (ISME) and also the Small Firms Association (SFA) as recently as last night to discuss their concerns on a range of issues impacting on small businesses as result of the current economic situation.

I am very much aware of the difficulties facing small firms in relation to access to credit finance and the impact of late payments on the sector. In this regard, I would refer the Deputy to my reply today to Question 41944/08 relating to the issue.

I am happy to continue to consult with ISME and SFA on all issues impacting on small businesses.