Quotes of the week

Brexit, Barack, German savers and Denis Naughten's bike accident

Farewell, Barack Pic: Getty
18/5/2007 Fine Gael pre-school. Fine Gael front bench spokesperson Denis Naughten was answering questions regarding Party Leader Enda Kenny's performance last night while today outlining proposals that will ensure all children have access to one year of pre-school education. The cost of this proposal when fully implemented, say Fine Gael, will be €162 million per annum. Photo. Mark Stedman/Photocall Ireland.

“When you’re lying on your back with a neck brace and spinal board, it’s a scary feeling.”Communications Minister Denis Naughten on his bike accident.

"Pursuing protectionism is like locking oneself in a dark room. Wind and rain may be kept outside, but so is light and air.”Chinese President Xi Jinping at the World Economic Forum.

“Let me be clear, what I am proposing cannot mean remaining in the single market.”British Prime Minister Theresa May outlines her Brexit plans.

“Sometimes I get mad and frustrated like everybody else does, but at my core, I think we’re going to be OK.”Barack Obama signs off as President of the United States.

“Just be patient – as the recovery firms up real rates will go up as well.”European Central Bank head Mario Draghi reassures German savers.