Jim Higgins (Fine Gael)

The people of the town remember the Minister very fondly also. It is a case of mutual admiration. We actually go back a bit in that regard. The Minister still plies his wares in Ballyhaunis. He is a partner in a thriving accountancy firm, Tynan Dillon and Company, which does well out of the local economy, and also sponsors a golf classic in the town every year.

There is a need for a radical re-examination of the housing market. It is a big problem which has not been tackled. I intend to press my worthwhile recommendation.

Recommendation put and declared lost.