Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North, Fine Gael)

There are two aspects to the Army equitation school. The Minister has spoken about personnel, on foot of Deputy Wall's questions, but I would like to ask about the school's horses. Many people expect that if Ireland wins a gold medal at this year's Olympic Games, our equestrian team will be involved. Will the Minister consider increasing the derisory figure of just €300,000 which is available to the Army to buy horses?

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