Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

Given the respect I have for the Oireachtas committee and the appreciation I have of its view, I will gladly discuss that issue with it, subject to commitments. However, I will ensure I do it before the recess.

The review of the compliance directive is a good example of Government listening rather than ploughing ahead. Collectively the Government has taken the decision to listen to what people have said on this. There is a fine balance to be struck in dealing with this. On any day here Deputies jump up and down if something breaks with regard to banking or some scandal emerges. People say we need accountability and compliance, which we do.

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