Martin Conway (Fine Gael)

It is most regrettable. Unfortunately, the public associates politicians with this process. There does not seem to be a disconnect. The public does not seem to realise An Garda Síochána and the DPP's office are independent and are responsible for carrying out these investigations as well as moving this process forward.

I agree it would be helpful if it were possible for the Minister for Justice and Equality to make a statement to give an indication on the progress the DPP is making in investigating the people who effectively wrecked this economy. Their recklessness resulted in the bones of 500,000 people being unemployed and another 100,000 emigrating. It would be helpful if we got an indication from the Garda Commissioner or the DPP on what point are the investigations to bring these people before the courts so they can answer for the crimes that have destroyed this country.