Ivor Callely (Fianna Fail)

I welcome the commencement of giving an impetus to economic renewal to help us get through the current difficult and challenging circumstances and return this country to more prosperous times. I congratulate all involved in getting on with the national effort and having the spirit required. I listened to the criticisms of the Taoiseach, bearing in mind the work he has already done and the launch of the economic recovery plan today. I am a believer that a Government has to lead and show leadership.