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Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Wednesday, 26 Jan 2000

Vol. 513 No. 1

Written Answers. - Beef Industry.

Seán Power

Ceist:

285 Mr. Power asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Rural Development the evidence, if any, made available to his Department confirming the existence of a cartel among meat factories; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1609/00]

No evidence has been made available to my Department confirming the existence of a cartel in operation among the meat factories. In April 1997, my predecessor requested the Competition Authority to look into this matter but I understand that no conclusive evidence has been uncovered which would support a charge of anti-competitive practices. However, the Government has decided to appoint a committee of independent experts to examine all allegations of anti-competitive practices within the industry. The committee is to submit its report within three months.

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