Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I warmly welcome the publication of the Tax Transparency Bill 2012. I also compliment and commend Deputy Eoghan Murphy on introducing it to the House because it is an important issue. Moreover, it is highly relevant to the debate that is under way in the current economic climate. I wish to indicate at the outset that I intend to support this legislation as it deals with issues such as transparency and accountability, which I consider to be a progressive development in the political system, regardless of its origin. As an Independent Deputy, I use an old basic principle, which is that when someone brings to the Dáil an idea, sensible legislation or practical solution, people should support it no matter where it comes from. It is important to make this point and, regardless of party politics, I will support this legislation because it is relevant and sensible.

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