Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I already dealt with the issue Deputy Martin raised about moneys that were allegedly to the benefit of Fine Gael. That matter was cleared up before the tribunal, and I will do so again whenever the discussion takes place here. The Whips can arrange that at an appropriate time.

The Deputy mentioned $50,000. I recall somebody sitting at this chair making a claim that the party the Deputy represents was in receipt of moneys way beyond that figure, which the Deputy denied, but in so far as this report is concerned, I want to study it. The Government will respond to it. The House will have an opportunity to discuss it and give its views. I repeat that there are lessons to be learned. Serious comments are made in the report about the Civil Service, politicians and the way Government processes work.

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