I propose to take Questions Nos. 191 and 192 together.
IDA Ireland has had, over the past 24 months, discussions and ongoing engagement with overseas companies, interested in investing, expanding or establishing in Ireland. These engagements may have included discussions with companies looking to establish a data centre in Ireland. Since 2020, IDA has been advised by clients about two data centre investments.
The IDA supports and facilitates companies to expand and establish in Ireland, and any company with an FDI mandate can receive financial support within the EU State Aid guidelines. Due to their capital intensity, and their location to date in the greater Dublin area, data centres have not benefitted from IDA Ireland financial assistance towards their construction or employment activities.