Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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I assure the Deputy that we very much have our act together, to use his language, with regard to what we are doing. That is seen, for example, in the number of homes that are being built directly by local authorities, through the Government, throughout the country. Given the importance of laying out our budgetary framework, there is a great deal of engagement going on at the moment in regard to it. I expect that engagement to conclude and I hope to be in a position to publish the summer economic statement very soon. I am aware of the commitment I have with regard to the budget oversight committee tomorrow and I hope to be in a position to provide clarity on where we stand. I am working to publish the summer economic statement and I am hopeful it will happen.