Pádraig Rice (Cork South-Central, Social Democrats)
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It is my firm assessment that this State is in violation of the human rights of Travellers. That is not just my assessment. The European Roma Rights Centre published an article, entitled "Council of Europe raps Ireland for continued violations of Travellers' rights". A headline in The Irish Times stated "Travellers' right to accommodation not in line with European Social Charter". An Irish Examiner headline stated "Ireland failing to provide appropriate accommodation for Travellers". We have consistent reports from domestic and international human rights bodies that we are in violation of Travellers' rights. What is happening in respect of Travellers in this country, their human rights and their right to accommodation and good living standards is quite serious.

On budgets, it was said there was €23 million in capital expenditure. Is that enough?