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Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: No, the banks are subject to the terms of the guarantee scheme the same as everybody else.

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I am not responsible for the editorial line of the Financial Times.

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: As Taoiseach, I am answering that the banks are part of the State guarantee scheme the same as everybody else.

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: Whatever line it is——

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: No. What I am seriously suggesting is that a journalist in the Financial Times does not——

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I am making it clear.

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I am making it clear that the State guarantee scheme applies to banks——

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I am not aware of the issue that has been raised regarding a vote yesterday or the day before in the European Parliament. I will check it out and get back to the Deputy.

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: The issue arising with regard to our engagement with the European Union member state partners relates to the fact we voted against and rejected the treaty. Ratifications are continuing in other member states. They are substantially ratified in 24 of those states and it is likely that 26 will have it completed by the end of the year. Obviously, member states have queries for us as to what...

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: As I stated, in a 27-way negotiation, 26 member states indicated they wish to proceed with ratification of the treaty. They have this right and entitlement which I must respect. They also have to ask me whether there are issues I can discuss with them that might be helpful to clarify or improve people's understanding or views of the Lisbon treaty where clear indications were given that...

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I am not suggesting the electorate is naive. I will be clear and reiterate what I said. I stated the idea that rejection carries no consequences is naive in the extreme in terms of where our interests are in Europe in the short, medium and long term. There are no illusions about this. The idea from Deputy Ó Caoláin that there are 26 willing partners available to renegotiate a treaty...

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I have every idea because when Deputy Ó Caoláin went back to the constituency of Cavan-Monaghan, I went to Brussels and asked colleagues whether they were open to renegotiating the treaty.

Official Engagements. (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: They do not wish to re-ratify or renegotiate the treaty. We can decide not to ratify the treaty if we wish. The consequences which flow from it will affect our interests. Any suggestion to the contrary is naive in the extreme. It is my job as leader of the country to go to the people and institutions and discuss those issues which were of concern to us to see in what way they can assist...

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: It is proposed to take No. 10, motion re membership of committees; No. 16, statements on European Council, Brussels; and No. 17, Charities Bill 2007 — Order for Report and Report and Final Stages. It is proposed, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders, that No. 10 shall be decided without debate; the proceedings on No. 16 shall, if not previously concluded, be brought to a conclusion...

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: I reject the idea that there is anything vindictive in this matter.

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: The reason——

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: Members are listened to in silence when they make a false charge and then start shouting when they hear the answer. These are legislative committees and the Government needs working majorities on them.

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: The Members in question are members of other committees to which they contribute well. While we have had our political disagreements recently, I wish all the Deputies well.

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: That has always been my view. I do not hide my disappointment that we have lost their support. These are political decisions that must be taken and we all must move on.

Order of Business (29 Oct 2008)

Brian Cowen: That is a predictable charge to come from the other sides of the House.