Green leader ‘entitled to opinion’ but no pressure for November poll – Taoiseach

The transcript discusses the government's commitment to increasing capital investment in housing, culture, and transport. It highlights the coalition government's achievements, including delivering five budgets and maintaining a cohesive policy agenda. The upcoming general election is addressed, emphasizing the need to complete important legislative work beforehand. The speaker encourages political parties to adopt the city centre task force in their manifestos. Finally, the timing and strategy for the election are discussed, noting the constitutional prerogative of the Taoiseach in setting the election date.

What is the government's stance on funding future capital investments?

• They plan to decrease capital investments.

• They are confident in funding without changes.

• They will rely on future governments for funding.

• They are uncertain about funding.

What is one of the key tasks the government aims to complete before the general election?

• Increase taxes.

• Pass the Finance Bill.

• Reduce housing targets.

• Dissolve the coalition.

What does the speaker hope political parties will adopt in their manifestos?

• An increase in defense budget.

• A reduction in capital spending.

• The city center task force.

• A new tax policy.

Who holds the constitutional prerogative to seek the dissolution of the Dáil?

• The Speaker of the House.

• The Taoiseach.

• The President.

• The Minister of Finance.

How does the speaker plan to contest the upcoming election?

• As a standalone political party.

• By forming a new party.

• As an independent candidate.

• As part of a coalition.