asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether the industrial reorganisation branch of his Department were notified of the merger between the biscuits sections of Jacobs and Bolands; whether his Department have been notified of any further rationalisation contemplated between both firms; and whether any redundancy of operatives is likely.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Merger of Biscuit Firms.
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Mr. O'Leary
My Department was informed shortly beforehand of the impending merger. With regard to the second part of the Deputy's question, it will be seen from the announcement by the companies that the arrangements in connection with the merger have yet to be finalised. I am informed that the merger will not give rise to any redundancy.