Ollie Crowe (Fianna Fail)
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I wish to raise three brief issues. First, I want to highlight the terrific work Dr. Gibbons mentioned in her contribution that is being done by Galway City Innovation District, which is also known as the Portershed in Galway. Nearly 300 engineers are employed there and there is great scope and investment there. I have issued an invitation to the Minister, Deputy Darragh O’Brien, to visit it when he next visits Galway. Will Dr. Gibbons outline what is required for continuous growth there for 2022?

I wish to raise with Mr. McElwee the online voucher scheme. He explained it in his response to Deputy O'Reilly's question. Can there be future development and investment in more businesses? Can we expand them? All politics is local, particularly in Galway city. There are empty units in Shop Street and in areas in the inner city of Galway, even though is a vibrant city. We must ensure the heart of the city is helped as much as possible. I appreciate the continuous work that is going on.

Can Mr. Clancy ensure full allocations are spent every year? What process is in place to ensure that happens? I will leave it at that.