asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce the number of new industries established in 1965 and 1966, based on raw materials available in the country at a competitive world price; and the present numbers of persons employed.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - New Industries.
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It is not possible to give the precise information requested by the Deputy. He may, however, be interested to know that out of a total of 47 new industries established in 1965, 15 use mainly Irish raw materials and four use some Irish raw materials; these 19 undertakings employ approximately 1,100 persons. Out of 54 new industries established in 1966, 19 use mainly Irish raw materials and four use some Irish raw materials; these 23 undertakings employ approximately 500 persons.