Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)

That is okay. We will talk about that on another day. I hope the action we take will assist those who are in a position to create enterprise. People in Tallaght and elsewhere should be able to bring their good ideas to our county enterprise boards. I appreciate that there is concern in the system. It is clear that points can be made about the need to rationalise business skills training across the State agencies. There is no question about that. I strongly believe the Government should consider the provision of further financial support capacity to the county enterprise boards. I absolutely believe the ability of the boards to support enterprise should be protected and maintained. I am glad Deputy Penrose tabled this motion, although I will support the Government amendment to it. All of us are concerned about jobs. We should continue to support job initiatives in every way.

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