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Longford Westmeath TD and Enterprise Minister Peter Burke says the full facts into the material is needed.

The Enterprise Minister says it hasn't been confirmed Irish produced alumina is ending up being used by the Russian military.

Longford Westmeath TD Peter Burke says some of the raw material is being bought by Russia but then re-sold into the European market.

An investigation is underway on the back of reports Aughinish Alumina in Limerick is producing alumina which is being used by Moscow's military.

Minister Peter Burke says he wants the full facts before acting:

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Barbara Heslin Retires From Longford County Council

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All of Leinster and Tipperary are included in the warning.
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Call For Consent Education To Begin At Pre-School Age

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Minister Vows Closer Cooperation On Wildfire And Bogfire Legislation

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