Jim Daly (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputies for their constructive and positive approach; both of them are known for that so it is no surprise in this particular matter. I accept there are many more unanswered questions and their job as representatives is to get answers for those people who are very anxious about it. Deputy O'Rourke acknowledged the cost to individuals who have to pay for the device. They need more clarity and certainty.

It is a good news story and a positive development but we need to know how far it goes, how long it is going to take to roll out and when it can impact and change people's lives in such a positive way. There is no point having a wish and something that is announced. We need to have it in real practice.

I will pass on the Deputies' concerns to the Minister and reiterate their request to get the detailed answers they want, whether it is through a meeting with his officials or with himself. I will certainly pass on that request to him and will encourage the process to happen sooner rather than later so that the 13,000 people who signed the petition and many others who are impacted by this will get the clarity they deserve and the Deputies will get it on their part.

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