Seán Crowe (Dublin South West, Sinn Fein)

This issue was put on the long finger by the last Government and the Minister's reply, instead of offering succour, merely refers to resources. The delay in implementation may save money but it will affect the livelihood and prospects of children who will not be assessed and must go without resources. The last Government was subject to severe criticism on this matter. I ask the Minister to look at this again. The delay is saving money but it is also affecting the most vulnerable in society.

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