Shane Ross (Dublin South, Independent)

I thank the Tánaiste for his response. The problem is that appointments under the new system continue to be former Fine Gael Deputies and candidates and people closely attached to the Labour Party who do not make that declaration when appointed to their positions.

It is important that the system is transparent and that there is a declaration. The system must not be a sham. The current system is cosmetic. Ministers are in many cases advertising positions but once replies have been received and recommendations made he or she can ignore-----

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