Jim D'Arcy (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am not finished yet. On the composition of the forum, as outlined, some Opposition Members are showing their true colours when they say we promised an end to cronyism and quangos. First, they are stating they existed and, second, they are acknowledging that we are working towards that end, but it will take a long time because the number of appointments made by previous Governments to semi-State bodies, etc. reminds me of the Argentine ant - once it gets in, it is very hard to get rid of it. It will take some time to do this, but we are working towards that end. For example, many independent chairpersons were appointed to institutes of technology. I have experience of these bodies and know that matters are improving in that regard.

Judges were mentioned. Sinn Féin could consider recommending some of those involved in the kangaroo courts as judges-----