Terence Flanagan (Dublin North East, Fine Gael)
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Question 12: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation if she will deal with a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24280/10]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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As I outlined in my reply to the Deputy on 27 May, the outcome of the meeting was extremely positive. The takeover company has committed to investments already planned by the company acquired and this investment programme will be implemented over the next two years. Investment in new manufacturing technology is currently taking place and is due to be operational by the year-end in the Dublin 17 facility. I understand that there are 963 people employed there out of a total Irish-based workforce of 1,130. Agreements have been reached with all key employee groups at locations in Dublin and Kerry regarding a redundancy programme which will reduce the workforce by approximately 200. This redundancy programme was announced by the company in June 2009, seven months prior to the acquisition.

The Government and Enterprise Ireland have communicated to the takeover company that they are anxious to work in partnership with it to explore and capitalize on strategic opportunities that can be delivered so that growth ambitions are maximized. Enterprise Ireland will continue the process of engaging with the takeover company in relation to building research and innovation capability, improving competitiveness and strengthening manufacturing operations.