Marian Harkin (Sligo-Leitrim, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister. I listened to the Minister's reply to Deputy Richmond on the learning from the previous programme. Having listened to the Minister's contribution this morning it was clear that one of those learnings was the need to simplify not just the applications but also the process and the ongoing auditing process etc. I judged from the Minister's comments that one of the main actions he proposes to take is to support those who are applying and, I presume, throughout the process itself. That is support for those who are applying, but in the actual application process are there any changes from what the Minister has learned and what he has seen before from the consultation process? Does the Minister propose any other changes?

My second question is related. Apart from this aspect of the programme, will the Minister give some examples of other learnings, and any specific actions the Minister is taking to address the issues that were raised? I thank the Minister.