Regulator refuses to quit despite criticism

FINANCIAL Regulator Patrick Neary insisted he should not have to resign after a number of politicians questioned his suitability for the job in light of recent financial turmoil.

Regulator refuses to quit despite criticism

During questioning at the Oireachtas Committee on Economic and Regulatory Affairs, Mr Neary admitted yesterday that the Irish financial system owes almost €69 billion to the European Central Bank (ECB) and could yet need to be partly nationalised to remain solvent.

He also insisted he only ever acted in the best interest of the public, after his position was called into question by the committee.

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