-----behind the scene by the Tánaiste and her Ministers of State. The most recent figures I have seen have identified that difference to be just under 20% now. The Government is working behind the scenes and is taking real action to try to reduce the costs imposed on businesses, including energy prices which have decreased in the past year or two. These are the type of actions that are going on behind the scene. The Government is making real efforts to tackle the difficulties being faced by business rather than engaging in cheap politics. I hope this motion will be seen for what it is. I am sure it will be defeated tonight.

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