John Moloney (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

For years Members of the House have talked about the huge waste in the social welfare system. The Minister is to be commended for recognising that it is not just a matter of cutting and saving but also a matter of ensuring the budget of the Department is properly managed and used. I believe this was a brave attempt on the part of the Minister to recognise the choices before her.

I do not wish to use the cliche "tough decisions" but-----

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