Ivor Callely (Independent)

I believe in looking at the glass half full and always try to have a positive attitude and ensure the best solution is found to every problem.

Previous speakers have knocked bankers, but I very much welcome Citibank's announcement that it will create 250 new jobs which will not be as cash tellers in branches. Citibank is leading the way in the field of service innovation and the jobs announced will complement the 2,200 jobs the company has provided since it set up in Ireland in 1965. Ireland competed with other European destinations for these jobs and Citibank states the reason Ireland won is its long-standing and well respected operation here, the talented and well education labour force available and the pro-business environment.