The re-election of the Government was a clear vote of confidence in its economic management over the past five years. The Minister for Finance managed our finances extremely well and he translated that management into spectacular success in all sectors of the economy and Government. He was more than up to the challenge in the good times. Anyone who deludes themselves that it is easier to manage success than failure should consult world renowned independent analysts. He was more than up to the challenge and I have no doubt that he is the right man in the right place. He is widely regarded by those we depend on to spend money to generate wealth, create employment and provide tax revenue as the best placed to confront our present difficulties and manage our changed economic circumstances in the next five years.