Central Bank of Ireland

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 November 2019

Thursday, 7 November 2019

Questions (50)

Michael McGrath

Question:

50. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Finance the position regarding the printing of euro banknotes here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45844/19]

Written answers

Minister for Finance

The Central Bank of Ireland informs me that it ceased the inhouse printing of euro banknotes in April and is now sourcing euro banknotes from third parties in the euro area. The Central Bank has agreed to join the joint tendering group of euro Central Banks for the provision of its annual allocation of euro banknotes. I am informed that these matters have no impact on the supply of cash in Ireland.