Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 954: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the number of county and city councils that have established a business support to act as a point of contact and support for local businesses; the councils that have implemented the business support unit; those who have not or may be in the process or doing so, following the request from him earlier this year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38484/09]

John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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Earlier this year, I wrote to all city and county councils, requesting that each establish a Business Support Unit to act as a point of contact to ensure a quick, co-ordinated response to businesses from local authorities in areas such as planning, water and roads. I understand that the Units or equivalent alternative arrangements are in place in each city/county council.