Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

I would like to be able to give the Deputy a direct answer but I cannot. I must discuss these issues with my Government colleagues. I have an idea as to what I would like to do but I must discuss it with them. As the Ceann Comhairle knows, one must get agreement from Government before one can inform the House. I am sure the Deputy will understand that. I do not want to be left with my mouth open and nothing left to say to my Government colleagues after telling the Deputy everything.

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