Forestry Sector

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 November 2022

Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Ceisteanna (779)

Richard Boyd Barrett

Ceist:

779. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the State-owned forestry company Coillte is partnering in a joint venture with an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59064/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine

Coillte is a private limited company established under the Forestry Act 1988 and is operationally independent from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. I have referred the matter to Coillte for direct follow-up with the Deputy.