asked the Minister for Defence the percentage of (a) Irish made and (b) imported horse tackle and other equipment used by the Army Equestrian Team in 1981-82 and the projected figure for 1983; and the steps he will take to ensure that all purchases are Irish.
Written Answers. - Army Equestrian Team Equipment.
453.
The percentage of (a) Irish made and (b) foreign made horse tackle and equipment purchased for the Army Equitation School in 1981 and 1982 was as follows:—
|
1981 |
1982 |
|
|
(a) Irish made |
34% |
25% |
|
(b) Foreign made |
66% |
75% |
|
(No suitable offers of Irish made goods received.) |
It is not possible to give projected figures for 1983.
Within the limits imposed by membership of the EEC every effort is made to purchase suitable Irish made items.