Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

One cannot make assumptions on anything that is said in this House. We have to deal with issues of fact. The Opposition can deal with nuances and interpretations, but we do not have that privilege. We must deal with the facts and work within the law and the realms of the legislation as set down by this House. As I have reiterated today, it is clearly our view that Mr. Fingleton should return that money. He has indicated publicly that he will. The current chief executive has tried to pursue that matter but that has not manifested itself in the return of that money. The Taoiseach has indicated that this matter will be pursued in every respect.

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