Michael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael)

We have consistently raised this matter on this side of the House in the context that it should be debated initially as requested by the Ombudsman's office in both Houses of the Oireachtas and subsequently referred to committee for a forensically detailed examination. This is where it should rightfully be carried on. The Government is attempting to have a meaningless, sterile format, statements where there is no analysis. The Government is circling the wagons to protect one of its own. That is what is at stake. Deputy Fahey would welcome the opportunity to defend himself.

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