asked the Taoiseach the quantity, value and country of origin of waste paper imported into the State in 1978 and 1979 and in 1980 to-date.

With the permission of the Ceann Comhairle, I propose to circulate, in the Official Report, a statement giving the information requested by the Deputy.

Following is the statement:

Imports of waste paper during 1978. 1979 and January-April 1980.

Questions Nos. 6, 7 and 8, to the Minister for Foreign Affairs, are for written reply.