Seanad debates

Wednesday, 17 February 2010

11:00 am

Photo of Paschal MooneyPaschal Mooney (Fianna Fail)

Irrespective of whether it is right or wrong and irrespective of the agenda he is pursuing, everything he says is reported as if it is fact. Therefore, I suggest that such an action should take place outside the glare of publicity and that the parties should attempt to resolve the matter. It can be resolved, of that there is no question.

Apropos of the remarks made by Senator White and in the context of a debate on job creation, I ask the Leader whether there might be a role for the newly appointed European Commissioner, Máire Geoghegan-Quinn. I am not sure if the House or the country in general understands the very great significance and importance of the portfolio she has been given. President Barroso said recently that the amount of money Google spends on research and development is in excess of the entire budget the European Union spends on the same. In that context and because of the many remarks made in the Chamber today, the Leader might consider having an explanation of Ms Máire Geoghegan-Quinn's portfolio and perhaps might even invite her to the House.

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