Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 May 2018
209. Deputy Maurice Quinlivan asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation if she has had contact with a company (details supplied) over the threat posed to the business and hundreds of jobs due to international sanctions on the parent company; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19083/18]
View answerThe Government is very much aware of the situation involving Aughinish Alumina. I have spoken directly with the company's CEO and both the Taoiseach and the Tánaiste have met with its senior management. IDA Ireland has also been in regular contact with the firm since details of the sanctions first emerged.
This remains a complex and fluid situation which will continue to evolve over the coming weeks. The Government will continue to monitor developments very closely and will do everything it can to assist the company.
