Albert Dolan (Galway East, Fianna Fail)

I would assume it is one of the main contributing factors, in respect of whether people can afford to provide this care. That is a big question for anybody contemplating going into foster caring, because it is not something to take on lightly and the costs are a big consideration. I have met many foster carers. There is a huge amount of additionality in what they have to spend day in, day out to facilitate the care.