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

I thank the Deputy for his kind comments regarding the actions of the Garda last night. The incident was certainly a big shock to all of us. The Deputy and I were both in the convention centre and, when I came out, it was a big shock to hear that had happened. I acknowledge and recognise the community, which responded well, An Garda Síochána, who managed a very difficult situation, and the first responders who were on the scene. To everybody involved I say "well done". It was a very difficult situation.

With regard to the PUP, I hear what the Deputy is saying in respect of women who are pregnant. These sorts of things all form part of the considerations. I take the Deputy's point that such women are not able to go back to work. As I have said, we are discussing all of this. I have had a good number of meetings with my officials. We are trying to get this right. I will take all of the matters that have been raised with me today into consideration. I thank Deputy Paul Donnelly for that.