asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce the number of (a) inquiries for information which have been received by the IDA since 11th May, 1972, (b) projects confirmed by the applicants who were awaiting the outcome of the referendum, (c) projects confirmed as of now and (d) potential jobs involved in the projects that have been confirmed.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Industrial Projects.
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Since 11th May, 1972, more than 600 inquiries concerning investment in this country have been received by the IDA. Since that date, nine promoters have decided to proceed with projects involving a total employment potential of 830. In nine other cases, involving employment for 2,020 persons, negotiations which had been suspended prior to the referendum have been resumed.