Dr. Maev-Ann Wren:

On a more optimistic note, in our projections we look in our report in great detail at improvements in health status as people age. There is much evidence that people are living longer and healthier lives. Our projections for increased demand for care in percentage terms are much lower than they would be were we assuming pro ratademand for care at the same age. It is important to note it is not wholly negative.

I agree with Deputy Bailey that we are missing a sector in considering options for older people in Ireland.