Ms Catherine Comer:

To reiterate, the reform of the fair deal scheme is about reducing disincentives. The scheme will remain voluntary and is about providing choice.

In line with what Ms Timmons was saying, we have been interacting with Age Friendly Ireland in regard to providing options and helping with that signposting we mentioned earlier. It is very keen to get involved and that will be a key part for us. We are working with the Department of Health to ensure it will be in place.