Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Any part of the deal will involve financial commitments from the British and Irish Governments. The Prime Minister and the Taoiseach have spoken about the two Governments working together on a number of projects that would benefit communities on both sides of the Border. I, for one, am committed to that principle. In terms of strand one issues, Northern Ireland will primarily look for financial support in a series of areas from the British Government. That is a matter for the Secretary of State and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. I believe I have answered the questions.

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