Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent) | Oireachtas source

Maybe someone else could take the Chair if Deputy Breathnach is too busy. My point is about political scrutiny. It is very important that we have accountability and scrutiny. This is why we needed clarification, especially on the whole issue of land transfers on deals that were in process which were held up because of the uncertainty after the budget. At all times political accountability and political scrutiny is of great importance. That is what politicians are there to do, to represent the people who elect them. Now I am finished and I thank the Acting Chairman.

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