Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick East, Fine Gael)

I would like the Minister to deal with that point because major reservations have been expressed in terms of the Minister's projections in the recent Supplementary Budget. We must deal with the issue on the basis of realistic targets. The Minister must broaden the focus on job creation and job protection to the wider economy, not just specifically internationally traded services and manufacturing. Those areas are vital but we must deal with all jobs. We must get the banking sector lending again. The Minister must address concerns about NAMA and assure us that it will provide a flow of funds. That point has not been addressed.

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