Michael Joe Cosgrave
Question:99 Mr. Cosgrave asked the Minister for the Marine if, in regard to a company (details supplied) in County Dublin, he will give the reason he has demanded such a substantial rent increase in view of the fact that this business is a longstanding one operating for the past 60 years in the Howth area of County Dublin and providing an essential service to the people of Howth; if, in view of the employment provided by this company, he will enter into negotiations as a matter of urgency with a view to reducing the rent to a more realistic figure; if he will have arrangements made that, following any review carried out in this case, any rent arrears due will be paid on a phased basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter.