Industrial land in Kilmacthomas
The Minister said Waterford already has 600 acres and 288,830 square feet of factory space available, so the IDA has no plans to acquire land in Kilmacthomas. He said the county would be well catered for with space for new industries.
asked the Minister for Industry and Energy if, in view of the need for industry in Kilmacthomas, County Waterford, he will recommend to the IDA that land be purchased for the purpose of industry.
Comment on this
: I am informed by the Industrial Development Authority that there is a total of 600 acres of land and 288,830 sq. ft. of factory space available for industrial development in Waterford city and county. Accordingly, the IDA have no plans at present to acquire land at Kilmacthomas, County Waterford.
Comment on this
: In the Minister's own constituency? That is strange.
Comment on this
: We have plenty of factory space. The Deputy need not worry about Waterford. It will be well catered for.