Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

When we return in January I will ask the Leader an innovation and job creation day in the House with the Minister, at which the talents that are in this Seanad can bring up ideas. I will give an example. In the budget there is provision for VAT refunds on wind turbines for farmers, which is very welcome. I would like to see that extended to businesses - and private homes - that choose to go in this direction. I also believe there should be a VAT refund scheme for works such as rewiring, roofing and replacement of windows and doors, in a balanced way, which would create jobs. There are great opportunities in those areas.