Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

This is a matter of national importance, not something about which we can be flippant. We must counteract the statements being made by the international media and the person to do it is either the Taoiseach or the Minister for Finance. He can allay the fears of this investor in New York, a genuine Irishman who has invested money in Roscommon but who is concerned. I am allaying his fears today and was in touch with the counsellor this morning. However, I am anxious that the Minister should do this.

In addition, the Government Information Services should have a round-the-clock service monitoring what is happening. Frankly, I do not believe the Government Information Services is doing its job.