Fruit of the Loom

The Tánaiste Mary Harney said this evening (Monday 14th September, 1998) that she was satisfied that Fruit of the Loom had substantial grant repayment liabilities to IDA Ireland.

"This is clear from a review of the contractual agreements between the agency and the company. I am satisfied with the legal position and moneys owed will be sought by IDA as a matter of course," the Tánaiste said.

The Tánaiste reiterated her position that she wanted the maximum number of jobs retained in the Fruit plants in Donegal and, in the event of redundancies, she wanted a fair and reasonable severance package negotiated with SIPTU.