PDs to debate pre-election pact at Limerick conference
22/04/2006 - 08:38:05The annual conference of the Progressive Democrats continues in Limerick today.
The party will discuss motions on pre-elections pacts, transport and infrastructure, taxation and proper competition in the electricity sector.
The Minister for Justice Michael McDowell’s divisive plans for a Garda reserve force is also likely to be at the forefront of delegates’ minds.
Party leader Mary Harney will deliver her keynote address at 8.30pm this evening.
Personal finance guru Eddie Hobbs last night launched a stinging attack on the Taoiseach Bertie Ahern.
Speaking the conference, he said the junior coalition party is in government with failed leadership.
He claimed Mr Ahern has allowed the creation of a monster by failing to reform the public sector.
