David Norris (Independent)

There is good news which we should celebrate. It is a remarkable tribute to those who have kept their heads down during this difficult period in industry and created these excellent export figures.

I appeal to everybody to consider taking the same view as me on the following matter. I will never quote without criticism the ratings agencies which are morally and intellectually bankrupt and corrupt. They have shown themselves to be wrong time and again. Members of this House should not quote them without stating they are scoundrels-----