I propose to take Questions Nos. 121 and 122 together.
At the outset, I wish to reiterate that I am very disappointed at the announcement made by the company referred to by the Deputy on 14 March 2014. I regret the company's decision to enter into a period of consultation with its employees in Gaoth Dobhair, County Donegal, with a view to relocating its manufacturing operation from Gaoth Dobhair to the company's main plant in Ashbourne, County Meath. I understand that Údarás na Gaeltachta is working closely with the company to minimise the effects of the decision on the workforce in Gaoth Dobhair. As a result of the proposed relocation, I understand that 70 employees in Gaoth Dobhair will be offered the opportunity by the company to transfer to positions in Ashbourne. Údarás na Gaeltachta has established a working group with key stakeholders, including my Department, Enterprise Ireland and the Industrial Development Authority, in order to identify alternative employment opportunities for those concerned.
With regard to the question of grant aid, I have been informed by Údarás na Gaeltachta that it has paid a total of €1.032m to the company in question over the past 5 years, comprising the following: €410,000 for research and development; €550,000 for capital investment; and €72,000 for training.