Motor Industry.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 March 2009

Tuesday, 10 March 2009

Questions (109)

Willie Penrose

Question:

134 Deputy Willie Penrose asked the Minister for Finance if he has received a submission from a group (details supplied), the situation that prevails in the motor industry, and the threat to employment and businesses at this point in time; if he will bring forward proposals to try and stimulate same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9639/09]

Written answers

Minister for Finance (Deputy Brian Lenihan)

I am conscious of the decline in new car sales in Ireland and internationally due to the contraction in economic activity. The conditions of the motor industry is the subject of ongoing discussions between my Department and the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.