Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

The Whips are responsible for the provision of time for economic debates in the House or in committee. I have always welcomed such debates and look forward to such debate being arranged.

On the general question raised by the Deputy, I am glad to say that the financial institutions in Ireland, under our regulatory and supervisory authorities, are in good shape and have a strong liquid position.

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