asked the Minister for the Environment when he will establish a special council for the construction industry, as promised by Fianna Fáil; the additional resources he proposes to make available to it and the specific measures he intends to take to boost activity in the industry in line with the Fianna Fáil election manifesto; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Construction Industry Development Board.
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I intend to establish a construction industry development board in the near future and a sum of £40,000 is provided in my Department's Estimate for secretarial and other services for the board. I expect the board to play an important role in advising me on specific measures which will boost activity and contribute to orderly development and growth within the construction industry.