Jennifer Murnane O'Connor (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister. As he said, this is a vital scheme and it is something I believe we need to continue. Throughout Covid we have seen many sectors affected through no one's fault. The Government has played a big part. It is vital that we make sure there is funding for businesses to survive. I ask the Minister to make sure that we deliver. I welcome that 6,800 employees in Carlow have received this because it has been much needed. I see it from speaking with people in business and working people. The money is needed. I ask that we do our best to make sure it continues.

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