Frank Feighan (Fine Gael)

More than a week ago I condemned Allied Irish Banks for robbing its customers, which is exactly what has happened. I warned that the banks will give a goodwill gesture and unfortunately people, like a small shopkeeper as I was, will accept the money. The Government has accepted a goodwill deposit of €25 million. When will it stop acting like a small shopkeeper and lead the country? The banks have robbed people and I want the Government to introduce legislation to ensure they are prosecuted.

I add to Senator Ulick Burke's condemnation of the National Car Test centres. There is much inconsistency in the results. The Minister for Transport should come to the House and state why a circular has been sent to all the National Car Test centres stating that if their——