Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

No, the Greens have never said that. I do not need to speak for the Green Party but it does not say that either because it follows the evidence. We saw figures published today that show more progress on emissions reduction, farmers yet again stepping up and, quite frankly, farming and agriculture making more progress than some other parts of our economy, which should be acknowledged as well. The biggest issue farmers are raising with us is the nitrates derogation. This is a very important issue and we must be ready to pull together as a country and don that Team Ireland jersey, the green jersey, to make sure we can retain the nitrates derogation next year.

We provided additional funding of €1 billion to Uisce Éireann as recently as the budget. This will help capitalise Uisce Éireann to meet many of the projects it needs to do. The Deputy mentioned some issues where he believes there are challenges in terms of delivery and I am happy to follow up on them. I am very happy to engage with the Deputy on these issues.

When it comes to infrastructure, we now have a real opportunity to invest significantly in water, energy and housing. I presume most parties have a view on what the €14 billion from Apple should be spent on. I think it should be spent on infrastructure-----

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