Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent) | Oireachtas source

Yes; there is a point to what I am saying. Because of these cuts, people will now have to stay in hospitals rather then return home. Therefore, from a financial point of view the cuts will not save the State money. For example, in County Kerry we were cut by 56%. This will not save the State money. Is there any chance that more money can be made available for people who receive disability and mobility aids grants? I am not talking about housing improvement grants for older people. I am aware the Finance Bill has moved from this House to the Seanad, but some allowance should be made for a top-up grant to all local authorities throughout the country for this. This will save money.

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