asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether, in view of the fact that there is ample shipping accommodation available in Rathmullen, County Donegal, he will consider its suitability as a site for the proposed oil refinery.

asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether the port of Rathmullen, County Donegal, is being considered as a site for the proposed oil refinery.

With the permission of An Ceann Comhairle, I propose to take Questions Nos. 11 and 12 together.

I presume the Deputies have in mind my recent announcement regarding the agreement, in principle, by the Caltex, Esso and Shell interests to set up a company for the erection and operation of a jointly owned refinery in this country. The choice of location of the refinery will be primarily a matter for the promoters who will be investing their money in the project.