Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael)
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It is near enough. The good news is that I am increasing the allowance for people living on islands who qualify for certain social welfare payments. That has increased from €12.50 to €20. That is a little good news.

Returning to the pier in Inis Oírr, I am aware this has been ongoing for a long time. The planning is in place, as the Deputy said, and the business case is nearing completion for submission to the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. The business case must be approved prior to going to tender. The tender will be for the design and build, meaning the majority of the cost will fall towards the end of the contract period. That will be a couple of years hence. That is the current position, and I realise the Deputy has raised this with me on a number of occasions.

Regarding the upgrade of the pier in Inis Meáin, it is at an early stage. There are others as well.