Rehab and ministerial accountability
Senator Leyden returns to the Minister’s comments on Rehab’s lottery and alleges they were politically motivated; the Chair prevents discussion of named individuals.
As the Leader of the Seanad, Senator Cummins is in a position to convey to the Taoiseach Ireland's disappointment that the United States has not appointed a permanent ambassador to this country.
To add to Senator Darragh O'Brien's comments regarding the unfortunate and extraordinary statement made last night by the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Alan Shatter, on the lottery operated by Rehab, I presume the Minister was free to strike given that one of the major players in Rehab's lottery is Frank Flannery, a guru of the Fine Gael Party.
Comment on this
The Senator should refrain from naming people in the House. We will not discuss individuals.
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Mr. Flannery is the man who brought Fine Gael back to power. He is an excellent operator. The Minister has made a pre-emptive strike because what is coming down the line as far as Rehab is concerned will be shattering.