Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

As the Deputy is aware, the report of the review group on State assets and liabilities was recently presented to the Government. The Government is considering the findings of the report and its extensive recommendations in detail. As stated in the programme for Government, assets will only be sold when market conditions are right and adequate regulatory structures have been established to protect consumer interests. As the Head of Government, I will contribute to the decision-making process on the sale of State assets, as appropriate. However, the Minister with responsibility for public expenditure and reform has lead responsibility for policy in this area. As such, any questions on these issues, including future parliamentary questions, might be addressed to him.

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