asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he can state the reason of the dismissal of Mr. Donovan, late Branch Manager of the Labour Exchange, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny.

This appointment was terminated after previous warning, because of the continued unsatisfactory performance of his duties by Mr. O'Donovan.

Is the Minister aware that this man is still acting as assistant secretary under the present manager?

I cannot say I know that, and I cannot deny that I heard it.