asked the Taoiseach if he is aware that the number on the live register of unemployed at Drogheda exchange was 1,148 on 31st December 1965, 1,014 on 28th January 1966, and 1,056 on 25th February 1966; and if he will state the reason.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Drogheda Unemployed.
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I am aware of the position set out in the first part of the question.
I assume the Deputy is seeking an explanation for the increase in the Live Register in the period from 28th January to 25th February. Inquiries directed to the employment exchange manager elicited the suggestion that the chief factor may have been prolonged bad weather at that time.