Martin Mansergh (Tipperary South, Fianna Fail)

If that were to be generously updated, no one paid for or supported by the State would be worth more than €500,000 a year.

With regard to bankers in controversy, let the enforcement agencies do their work expeditiously. I would not force out of the country anyone who provides investment and jobs and contributes to Ireland's international success and reputation. However, at this critical juncture we would all like exiles to reconsider where their home is so that they can enjoy their full rewards in public esteem.

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