Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I understand the complexities of what the Taoiseach is doing. I merely ask that he instruct his office to keep the Opposition parties briefed on what is happening.

It is not appropriate to debate this alongside the budget. The Taoiseach will have a lot to contend with and he will also have to explain his position in Brussels. While this matter is absolutely critical, dealing with it before or after the budget may be more appropriate. I am sure many Deputies will want to ask questions about the conditions attached, the scale of the problem and the challenge and whether, in so far as this House is concerned, all bases have been covered. If it is to be debated subsequent to the budget, it should not be immediately afterwards. Perhaps the Taoiseach will see to it that we are kept informed on the progress being made in regard to when we can get a fix on this, if he does not mind.

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