Seán Crowe (Dublin South West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

It is generally accepted the DUP has failed to live up to its obligations on equality, respect and reconciliation. The RHI scheme and the arrogance of the DUP has further undermined and led to the collapse of the political institutions. Arlene Foster was the architect of the scheme. It has the potential to be a cost on the public purse in the North of almost £500 million. There are daily revelations of further DUP political interference in the implementation of the RHI scheme. Sinn Féin cannot and will not tolerate or turn a blind eye to financial scandal, incompetence or the waste of public moneys. To get to the truth of the matter, the North’s Minister of Finance, Máirtín Ó Muilleoir, has announced and initiated a public inquiry into the scheme to address the shortcomings of the legislation involved. It will also be away from political interference.

Has the Minister discussed the DUP's provocative actions with the British Secretary of State? Will he ensure the British and Irish Governments significantly engage in negotiations to uphold equality and parity of esteem?

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