Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 20 September 2012
63. Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Jobs; Enterprise and Innovation if his attention has been drawn to an acquisition (details supplied); the implications of this for the independent booksellers and publishers industry here; the efforts he has made to protect and enhance the independent booksellers and publishers industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39724/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Competition Authority is the independent statutory body responsible for merger and acquisition control in the State and apart from a role in relation to media mergers I, as Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, have no direct function in relation to merger and acquisition matters under the Competition Act 2002. I am aware however of the proposed acquisition and I understand that the Authority is engaged with the parties concerned. In light of this, I do not believe that it is appropriate to comment further.
