asked the Minister for Industry and Energy the further development plans proposed by Bord na Móna to ensure that the present work force of 400 workers who are employed at Littleton and Templetuohy, Thurles, County Tipperary, are guaranteed continuous employment in sod turf production.
Written Answers. - Bord na Móna Development Plans.
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I am informed by Bord na Móna that production of sod peat from the boglands in the areas mentioned will continue for some years. The board are also developing further boglands in the area for peat production. While continuous employment cannot, of course, be guaranteed it is expected that present employment levels will be maintained.