asked the Minister for Industry, Commerce and Energy the total sums made available to foreign companies for the establishment of industries by the IDA in 1977 and 1978 to the most recent date.
Written Answers. - IDA Aided Industries.
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I am informed that the total moneys approved by the Industrial Development Authority by way of grants and equity participation in respect of the establishment of new foreign promoted projects amounted to £60,163,000 in 1977. The corresponding amount for the period 1 January to 31 October 1978 is £56,376,000.