Jim Walsh (Fianna Fail)

If we fail to measure up to that in this House and in the media, unfortunately, we will be faced in the next 18 to 24 months with the International Monetary Fund making decisions which will be unpalatable for everyone in the public service and in society. We all have a responsibility to act responsibly and I call for a debate on the issue so those who might disagree with my point of view would also have an opportunity to put their views forward.