Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have put resources into the section in order to speed up the approval process for projects. I am conscious that there is a time limit on these projects. There is often a misunderstanding about the number of large projects in the system. There are only 39 nationally in the system. I can assure the Deputy that I will do everything possible to release money as quickly as possible for the benefit of the projects. In line with precedent for moving money from one axis to the other, which we secured about a year ago, when the basic service measure needed more money we were able to get agreement from the Commission on that issue. I hope for the same flexibility in the future if the demand arises.

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