Barry Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

The Minister's answer does not answer the specific question I asked. I accept the Minister is entitled to investigate any effect such measures would have on those receiving entitlements. Once what the Minister has requested is complete, will she make it public before the Government makes the decision? It is appropriate that those of us on this side of the House who have a duty in this area are aware of any such impact especially if that has been adjudicated on by her officials. If that is substantial we need to know it before a decision is taken.

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