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Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 23 May 1928

Vol. 23 No. 16

CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. Oral Answers. - MOVILLE STEAMSHIP COMPANY.

asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether he is aware that the Anchor Line Steamship Company are about to dispense with the services of the Moville Steamship Company in doing their tender work, as a result of which the latter company will be forced into liquidation; and whether he is aware that the boat engaged in the tender work, which belongs to the Moville Steamship Company, is the only means by which produce and live stock can be transported to Derry for shipment, and that very considerable hardship will result on its removal.

The Anchor Line has provided a tender of its own for this service, and in consequence has given notice to the Moville Steamship Company of the termination on 14th June of that company's present contract. The position is a serious one for the Moville Steamship Company, which is only a small concern. Its representatives have interviewed my Department on the matter, which is considering whether any steps could be taken to mitigate the resulting hardship.

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