asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether he is aware that the importation of paper into Ireland is causing unemployment at Clondalkin, Drimnagh and Killeen Paper Mills; and, if so, what steps he proposes to take to protect the industry against competition from foreign sources.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Importation of Paper.
I am aware that the Clondalkin and Drimnagh Paper Mills have had to resort to short-time working recently, but it is not clear to what extent this is due to the importation of paper. I am however having the matter investigated. I am not aware that the Killeen Paper Mills are at present working short-time.
There is at present a protective duty on certain packing, wrapping, and manila papers, which types form a considerable part of the output of these mills.