asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether he is aware that there is widespread public concern in regard to the continuation of control by non-national interests of the main cross-Channel passenger and freight shipping companies, and the consequential serious effects on the national economy and trade as a whole; whether this matter is receiving consideration in his Department, and, if so, what steps it is proposed to take to ensure that national interests are more effectively safeguarded in the vital sphere of transport and trade.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Cross-Channel Passenger and Freight Shipping Companies.
I am aware of the concern to which the Deputy refers and the matter is at present engaging my attention.