Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The single supervisory mechanism is part of the process of making the decision, following the decision of 29 June. The decision was endorsed by the Heads of Government at European Council level. Within the ECOFIN group, the Minister for Finance will start discussions on the modalities, mechanics and circumstances that will operate, which will lead to banking union. In parallel circumstances from that point of view, Ireland finding itself in a unique position as a special case will be raised at the group meeting.

The focus in the 2013 budget was unashamedly pro-business and pro-opportunity for small and medium-size enterprises to grow. That is where middle Ireland is working exceptionally hard in the face of demanding challenges and that is where the effort the Government must be seen-----

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