Fine Gael leader Simon Harris has expressed satisfaction with the disciplinary process that resulted in an 18-month suspension for councillor Punam Rane, who made offensive comments about the US economy being 'ruled by the Jews'. Harris had previously called for a swift and robust disciplinary process. Rane later withdrew her comments and apologised. The process took longer than Harris would have liked, but he emphasised the importance of due process. Rane has been requested to formally withdraw her comments and undergo appropriate training.