asked the Taoiseach if he will give for each year 1980 to 1987 inclusive the official trade figures between the Republic of Ireland and the Soviet Union; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Official Trade Figures.
31.
The information requested by the Deputy is given in the following table:—
Trade with the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics
|
Year |
Imports |
Exports |
|
£million |
£million |
|
|
1980 |
23.5 |
24.1 |
|
1981 |
31.6 |
24.7 |
|
1982 |
37.8 |
30.0 |
|
1983 |
39.8 |
48.2 |
|
1984 |
46.8 |
20.6 |
|
1985 |
47.5 |
34.1 |
|
1986 |
30.8 |
45.1 |
|
1987 |
32.6 |
21.2 |
Note: The figures do not include:—
(a) transactions (non-dutiable) of less than £100 each for 1985 and 1986 and £200 for 1987;
(b) trade by firms operating in Shannon Free Airport; and
(c) postal packages not covered by customs entries.