Michael Finneran (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fianna Fail)

Many years ago I worked with the Dublin Health Authority and many people found it difficult to accept that I would relocate patients from the psychiatric service into communities. Thankfully, that is no longer the case. People who become homeless for whatever reason are entitled to be housed and to start new relationships. Communities that deal with organisations funded by my Department generally have discussions with the local authorities. I hope people understand that everybody is entitled to a home in this country and we aspire to that.

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