Catherine Byrne (Dublin South Central, Fine Gael)

I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 32 to raise a matter of national importance, namely, the recent decision by Pobal to withdraw funding from the KWCDT partnerships in Dublin 12. The local community will suffer greatly as result of this decision to cease funding and effectively close down the partnership, where more than 50 jobs will be lost through local community employment schemes, local action groups, women's groups and crèches in the area. I want the Minister to intervene in this decision by Pobal and to ensure that these vital services will continue to operate and serve those most in need in the Kimmage, Walkinstown, Crumlin, Drimnagh and Terenure areas.

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