Michael Lowry (Tipperary, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister. As he is aware, a huge body of work has been completed by the umbrella group representing all stakeholders. This detailed process involves scoping out structures, governance, programmes and staffing. After extensive consultation and comprehensive interaction, agreement has been reached on all of these key elements. How long does the Minister anticipate that it will take his Department to analyse, assess and evaluate the proposal? Will there be a need for external independent evaluation? Does he hope to be in a position to grant the necessary approvals? When does he hope to be in a position to grant the necessary approvals? Is he satisfied that his Department has adequate funding and a budget to resource his plans and ambitions, in particular this project?

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