Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for his reply and for reaffirming the Government's commitment to the project. As I stated previously the project is a beacon of hope for Clones and the Border area and it is important that people are aware that the Government is committed to the project. I welcome the establishment by the Minister of the inter-agency group on the Ulster Canal. It has been charged with examining possible funding options for the project. In particular I would like it to explore the possibility of getting funding for the Ulster Canal from the potential €150 million PEACE IV funding that might come on-stream. The canal is an iconic, achievable project that is worthy of support. I assure the Minister that I will continue to work with him to the best of my ability to ensure the project comes to fruition, as I know all of the elected members and various groups in Clones will do also.

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