Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 May 2017
644. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the actions she has taken to protect jobs at a company (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25920/17]
View answerThe news that jobs will be lost at this company was very disappointing, both for the employees and for the local area. I understand that the company’s decision follows a global commercial review by the US owners. It is not in any way connected to the performance of the workers or the competitiveness of the Irish economy.
The Government has done everything it could to avert this decision. The IDA explored with the company whether changes could made to its operating model in order to safeguard the jobs of its Irish workers. Senior Agency officials also met with the parent company in the US to discuss other possible ways to avoid job losses here in Ireland. Unfortunately, however, it was not possible for the company to change course.
The Government will, of course, make every State support available to those employees affected. The relevant Departments and State Agencies will work collectively to help workers transition and find new employment opportunities. This will include the provision of re-training, if required.
