John Lahart
Question:323. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Finance the outcome of a meeting with a bank (details supplied) regarding job losses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35219/20]
View answerTuesday, 10 November 2020
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On Wednesday 21 October, I met with representatives of Ulster Bank. I outlined that I expected that staff, customers and other stakeholders would be informed promptly about any decisions being made. In particular, I asked that staff representatives be consulted and kept informed of developments. I also emphasised the importance of Ulster Bank to the Irish financial services market, to the wider economy and to the communities it serves.
Ulster Bank confirmed that the strategic review is ongoing and that no decision has yet been taken. Ulster Bank also confirmed that there is no set timetable for this review and that it is fully aware of the strategically important role that Ulster Bank plays in the provision of financial services to the Irish market.
While I will have further engagement with the bank as the review process continues, I would like to emphasise that I have no role in the review or any commercial decisions arising from it. The commercial decisions of Ulster Bank are a matter for the Board and Management of the Bank and its parent company, NatWest.
Question No. 324 answered with Question No. 303.