Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

Deputy Higgins has asked four examination questions. He reminds me a little of the return of Senator Joe McCarthy: "Did you ever, have you ever, would you ever associate with the Communist Party? Answer 'yes' or 'no'." I know the Deputy is acting as a benign parliamentary terrorist. To answer his questions, I will make an honest leader of the Tanaiste, Deputy Gilmore. The Deputy spoke about the Labour Party programme prior to the general election. It included a clear reference to the child care issue. The Tánaiste and I agreed on a programme for Government subsequently. Therefore, the Deputy is right, the Labour Party programme was clear prior to the election.

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