Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour) | Oireachtas source

The matter is under consideration as outlined in the reply I gave. It is something the Minister feels is being given serious consideration.

There is not always agreement among the Traveller community on this issue. The informal consultation which has been ongoing with the Department for some time will continue. It is important not to cause additional or any friction in any community. Consideration and consultation on the issue must be ongoing.

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