Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

A very successful initial public offering has taken place. Many IPOs have had to be withdrawn over the last 12 months. Deputy Rabbitte's continuing attempt to characterise the IPO in this case as anything other than successful is simply not supported by the facts. It is important to point out that the business of the House can be proceeded with. It is a matter for the Whips at all times to decide what that business will be.

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