Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)

The Minister of State is more than capable of giving a response. I am not aware of whether there has any change from his response. I am aware, however, this is an issue of grave concern. When the Taoiseach spoke about it during Leaders' Questions on Tuesday, he indicated that substantial resources were being made available. However, in trying to work within available resources the HSE and voluntary sector were working to ensure frontline services would be paramount. This work is ongoing. When I see the Minister, who I believe is attending an event, I will inform her that this matter was raised by the Deputy and a number of other Deputies from Limerick and ask her office to revert to them.

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