Áine Brady (Kildare North, Fianna Fail)

Generally, we expect the applicant's valuation to be accepted. This amendment, which is a safeguard, will ensure that the HSE will pay for it if it disputes the applicant's valuation. Deputy Reilly's amendment would require the HSE to fund the cost of the valuation. Under the legislation as it stands, the HSE will not seek a second opinion unless the applicant's valuation is disputed.

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