Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Deputy O'Dea is aware that this has applied in a number of locations around the country. An extra €500 million was allocated and I think €40 million is to go into that area, with €10 million for home helps and home care packages. The Minister has said that this money is on its way and that they should be making arrangements to meet demand. I take Deputy O'Dea's point and his is not the only location where the funds in place for those important packages have dried up. The Minister is aware of it and has issued his instructions. We hope it will not be too long.

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