Tony McLoughlin (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fine Gael)

I am very encouraged by the Minister of State's statement with regard to outstanding grants and the groups that need the funding. There will be some groups who, unfortunately, due to planning and various other drawbacks, will be unable to draw down their funding, which will mean there will be surplus funds. I know of groups that would be more than anxious to avail of that funding, groups that have proceeded with initiatives in their areas, whether development or sporting activities.

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