Dáil debates

Wednesday, 24 October 2012

European Council Meeting: Statements

 

12:35 pm

Photo of Luke FlanaganLuke Flanagan (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I will be quicker than the rest of them. The real seismic shift this week was the admission that our debt is unsustainable. It is good news for the relatives when an alcoholic admits his or her problem because they can finally do something about it. However, if the alcoholic hangs around with others who refuse to admit they have a problem he or she will go back on the booze. Deputy Donnelly eloquently explained what sustainability requires. It is difficult to disagree with him unless one wants to spin a story.

The Taoiseach has not answered a question since I was elected to this House. That is why I am happy I did not get an opportunity to put my questions to him this morning. Perhaps the Tánaiste will answer my question by explaining what he believes is sustainable when it comes to our debt. If our debt is not written down to a sustainable level, what is the next plan?

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