Michael Collins (Cork South West, Independent)
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I welcome what the Minister said about even expenditure across the country. This is a considerable issue, especially in rural communities. In representing my community, I met representatives of the West Cork Arts Centre and learned they believe the centre is receiving funding at the lower scale. If there is a carryover of €6 million, it is only fair that this money would be evenly spent, especially in rural communities where unemployment is at a very low level. It might help to create some employment in rural communities. How does the Minister intend to roll out the funding more evenly?