Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

The term "an bord bailout" is being used, but what we are trying to do is to assist those who depend on banks and get some stability into system. The matter is being dealt with as a priority in the Department of Finance. Interim arrangements regarding preparation of the work that will be conducted by the NAMA are being undertaken by the Minister. There is also a debate underway in the House where these matters are being discussed.

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