Joe McHugh (Donegal, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I can state categorically that we are confident this will be paid before the end of the year. The Chair also asked about risk. There are no risks because this involves programme work that has happened. Obviously, there is buy-in. The nature of the funding mechanism that is done through Europe means that we have to ensure everything is in line and is done properly. I believe there is no risk. It will be paid before the end of the year.