Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour)

It is not possible to answer the Deputy's question as none of us has a crystal ball. We will have clarity after Friday and we intend to deal with the issues early next week. We do not know what is in the review and, therefore, cannot say that we will process and approve provision next week. Above all, we reassure people in receipt of care under the fair deal scheme that there is no threat to their service. When talking about this vulnerable group of people, we must be clear, precise and honest.

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