Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)

I am happy to take on board the Deputy's suggestion. Perhaps after this we could discuss how to start that process and consult with the bodies that must be involved in it.

I am talking about the sale of non-strategic State assets. Those will be defined by Colm McCarthy and others in the report that will be produced in the very near future. I am sure we all have a view on that. The collective effort of all concerned, including all sides in this House, will make this work. It is the only way we can rescue the country from the awful place it is in now. I welcome and support any suggestions and will meet the bodies mentioned by Deputy Colreavy, as well as taking on board Deputy Naughten's comments.

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