Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)

I also strongly challenge the Taoiseach. He gives the impression that there are no cuts to services for people on the ground. I wish to bring him back to reality. Last week I met representatives of St. Michael's House, the largest provider of intellectual disability services in Dublin, and the third largest in the country. As the Taoiseach is aware, it provides day services for 1,616 people and residential services for 450. A total of 80% of the services are located north of the Liffey and 20% are located south of the Liffey. Coming up to the budget I wish to ask the Taoiseach a few direct questions on St. Michael's House and disability services in general.

First, why is he cutting front line services to St. Michael's House?

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