Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)

A question does arise — if the idea has not receded into the dim distance — on delivering better government. Does the Tánaiste remember that concept? It was big on the agenda a couple of years ago. I refer to this in view of the energy costs that are now affecting us, as referred to by other speakers. In view of the urgency of the situation, something must be done about this before it is too late. Can the Tánaiste indicate what will happen in regard to the minerals development Bill? How long more must we wait for it, given that it will have an impact on the cost and regulation of energy?

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