Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

The third proposition is that we then go to those markets from whom we have obtained those funds for more funds at a higher rate, all of which are illogical and impossible. The Deputy's view - he can check the official record - is that we do not acknowledge the debts we have, do not pay them back and get more money at higher interest rates, if necessary.

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