Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)

I thank the Deputy. The Government values any progressive ideas. When the Minister for Finance is framing his budget, he will take into account the economic realities facing us. I refer to the projections in regard to unemployment. Everybody knows the world economy is going through a state of flux. The weak dollar and sterling are causing our exporters grave difficulties. We will consider any proposal. The Minister for Finance will formulate his budget and will come forward with very positive proposals to ensure we remain competitive and to stimulate the economy.

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