Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)

The projects have been earmarked for places that have been designated as rapidly expanding areas. What is the justification for that? Areas like Athlone have seen less than 6% growth, yet communities in my constituency that have seen 30% growth are being excluded. Children are in buildings that are nearly 200 years old, while prefabs have been used for generations, yet nothing seems to happen. There are huge waiting lists, yet they are not being prioritised within the Department.

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