Government to pursue banks over scandal, vows Richard Bruton

The Government will ruthlessly pursue banks for their failures to address the tracker mortgage scandal and may increase the bank levy, create new taxes or ask the gardaí to become involved if necessary, says Education Minister Richard Bruton.

Government to pursue banks over scandal, vows Richard Bruton

He issued the warning and said the Coalition “will not flinch” despite Fianna Fáil claims that the Government was allowing banks to have “slithered and slid” away from the escalating crisis.

Speaking during the latest Dáil leaders questions debate and as fresh calls were made for those affected to be immediately compensated, Mr Bruton — standing in for Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, who is in Brussels — said what was happening to tens of thousands of homeowners was unacceptable and must end.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited