Catherine Byrne (Dublin South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister. I apologise for being somewhat late. I was reared by a family that thought one had to creep before one could walk, and walk before one could run. I think it is important to bear that in mind in the development of any service. One has to creep and then walk and then run, and then things will fall into place. While I join other speakers in welcoming this allocation, it is only the beginning of what needs to be done to help children and young people. I think the allocation in this area will have to be increased when more funds become available. I hope that will happen in the Department. I know the Minister is very committed to that. I would like to refer to two issues. Capital funding for youth cafés is provided for under children's services.