The Taoiseach says he doesn't think there will be any problems with his predecessors appearing before a banking inquiry in the New Year.
Politicians like Bertie Ahern and Brian Cowen, who were involved in Government in the run up to and during the crisis, will more than likely appear.
Enda Kenny says he doesn't see that being a problem for them.
"I don't think there will be any reluctance in any of my predecessors in this office to give hearings at the banking inquiry," he said.
"Remember, whatever form the banking inquiry takes it cannot interfere with the course of justice where theree are cases being taken before the courts. That's a matter we have to prepare for very carefully."
The Oireachtas still has to decide what committee will hold the inquiry - but the Taoiseach says he has no role in the matter.
