Damien English (Meath West, Fine Gael)

The Minister recently published a statement on the paid advice and evidence he had sought on the bank guarantee scheme. Did the Minister receive any advice for which he did not pay and which the House should know about? He might wish to share such advice with the House, if it exists, as it might help us. If any advice exists which affected the Minister's decision it would be helpful to share it with the House. My final question is to do with the issue of trust. People were concerned that Deputies might be approached to use their influence with NAMA. The Minister now has a strong influence over the banks because he has invested a lot of our money in them. Has any individual approached the Minister or his office or any other Minister to influence these banks with regard to debt restructuring and such matters?

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