Sir, – Judging by his comments to Bloomberg, Minister for Finance Michael Noonan (Business, December 7th) appears to be claiming credit for the tough unpalatable decisions that have led to Ireland exiting the bailout programme.
It is worth remembering that many of these tough decisions were made by the late Brian Lenihan.
It is was these decisions, that were heavily criticised by commentators and opposition politicians at the time, that have been merely continued by the present Government.
It is disingenuous of Mr Noonan to attempt to claim all credit. Due acknowledgement should now be given to the difficult decisions made by the late Mr Lenihan. – Yours, etc,
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DONAL FOLEY,
Luttrellstown Avenue,
Castleknock,
Dublin 15.