Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)

Everyone who participated in the Second and Committee Stage debates appealed to the religious congregations to make a much greater contribution to the costs of redress. On Second Stage the Minister indicated he was engaged in further communications with the congregations on this matter. A greater contribution must be obtained as soon as possible.

Deputy Brendan Smith: During the Committee and Second Stage debates, the Minister and all Deputies present appealed to the religious congregations to make a much greater contribution. The Minister indicated on Second Stage that he was engaged in further communications with the congregations. It is necessary to ensure such greater contribution is secured as soon as possible.

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