Ivor Callely (Independent)

Her comments on national radio today might play to the public but it would certainly indicate to anyone with a bit of knowledge that she has no understanding of how the system works. I agree we are in turbulent times and that we need people in leadership roles at the head of every Department. I urge that no Department is left rudderless and that people are put in control who are knowledgeable and who have expertise. I have said before that we have a person as Head of the Government, a Taoiseach who has tremendous experience. He has been on the circuit for a period of time. He has knowledge and contacts and I believe he is putting the country first. I hope he will continue to do so and ensure we will have people as heads of Departments.