Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 28 Feb 1996

Vol. 462 No. 3

Written Answers. - County Enterprise Boards' Funding.

Séamus Hughes

Question:

30 Mr. Hughes asked the Minister for Enterprise and Employment if he will differentiate between the amount of annual funding made available to county enterprise boards having regard to various factors including level of activity to-date, population density and demand for funds; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1923/96]

Minister for Enterprise and Employment (Mr. R. Bruton)

The question of differentiated allocation of enterprise support capacity is currently receiving detailed examination in my Department. The Deputy may be assured that I will give the fullest consideration to all relevant factors in coming to my decision in the matter.