I refer the Deputy to my reply to Parliamentary Question No. 491 of the 11 January last.
In that reply I indicated that discussions with relevant stakeholders, including the Digital Hub Development Agency (DHDA), the IDA and Enterprise Ireland would be advanced urgently in the context of the announcement on 17 November last. I also advised the Deputy that the process would also take account of a Strategic Review of the Digital Hub by my Department.
In the intervening period my officials have met a number of the relevant stakeholders and I have also met with the DHDA CEO and some of his senior management team.
This process of stakeholder engagement, which includes the DHDA management, is continuing with a view to informing decisions on the long term future of the agency.
Regarding any concerns that companies operating within the Digital Hub or any prospective companies considering locating there may have, I re-iterate my view that the Digital Hub is playing an important role in promoting employment and new opportunities in the digital media sector. The Government's recently published Action Plan for Jobs also recognises the role of the Digital Hub in sustaining new jobs and enterprise. It is my intention that any new governance model that emerges over the coming months will continue to maintain and support the valuable work of the DHDA.
