Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy asked a question and I will answer it. Failure to do so causes frustration and anger and cynicism which we have seen on the streets of other countries. For our part, I will be very happy indeed to make this case very strongly in addition to the constant negotiations by the Minister for Finance and on a daily basis by officials from the Departments of Finance, the Taoiseach and Foreign Affairs and Trade. The process in Europe involves a great deal of that interaction. The leaders having made the decision, it is a case of seeing it is implemented. That is where our focus lies. I will articulate that very strongly when I attend the meeting on Thursday and Friday.

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