The Irish economy is showing strong signs of a return to growth and the Government’s four-year plan is the only credible roadmap for economic recovery, according to Batt O’Keeffe.

Another Minister has today dismissed international reports Ireland was under increased pressure to apply to Europe for emergency funds.

The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Batt O’Keeffe has appointed former regulator Isolde Goggin to the Competition Authority for the next six months.

The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation Batt O'Keeffe has said he is confident Ireland will not suffer from a reduction in the UK's corporation tax.

The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation is to meet with multinationals operating in Ireland - to determine if any firms are facing problems.