Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael)

The example I gave is that of multinational companies that wish to set up here. Multinational companies look for certainty in any market. With the fiscal compact in place, they get it.

We have already brought in very difficult measures so I commend the Bill to the House. Deputy Donnelly is a reasonable man and when he looks at the cold facts of the case in a pragmatic way, he will come out and extol a "Yes" vote to ensure we have the certainty we so desperately need.

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