Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

I treat him with far more respect than does Deputy Gilmore. This is a matter the Minister is considering in the context of the designated land Bill. Obviously, these provisions must come before the Cabinet for formal approval in due course. The matter has been discussed and the Minister has indicated the direction in which he wishes to examine these matters, on which he has views. They will be brought to Government and we will proceed on the basis of the collective view. That is what would happen if Deputy Gilmore or those acting on his behalf were in government.

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