Greens Now Support Wanton Vandalism - Deputy Govt. Chief Whip

"What is more shocking is that a public representative, and the leader of the Green Party in this country, should condone what is essentially wanton vandalism against the property of a friendly nation," stated Deputy Government Chief Whip Billy Kelleher TD.
"At a time when resources are at a premium, it is incredible that Trevor Sargent should seek to justify the damage done to a plane in Shannon during what has been termed a "Peaceful Protest" which is now going to cost the taxpayer in excess of half a million euro." "The support which public representatives like Mr Sargent give to such acts of vandalism, only serve to encourage others to engage in similar activities and will end up costing the taxpayer through local and state authorities even more money at a time when it is needed for our health service, schools and other public services.
" The Green Party should condemn such violent activities and apologise to the taxpayers for encouraging the type of protests which cause damage and waste the state's valuable and scarce resources," concluded Deputy Kelleher TD.
30/01/2003