Coillte and Bord na Móna merger
Deputy Cowen asks whether legislation will follow the possible Coillte–Bord na Móna merger; the Tánaiste expects legislation may be required but cannot yet give a timetable.
Some weeks ago the Taoiseach was asked about any impending legislation on discussions of a merger of Coillte and Bord na Móna and he stated there were no such discussions or proposed legislation in that regard. Considering yesterday's welcome decision, after much deliberation, with regard to Coillte, will the Tánaiste now indicate to the House that there will be legislation emanating from the Government on the proposed or possible merger of Coillte and Bord na Móna?