Claire Kerrane (Roscommon-Galway, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister very much. It is of course important that we get this model right. The work that has been done to date is welcome. Looking at the international perspective allows us to take the best bits, to look at the challenges faced where rural-proofing models are in place and to make sure that we develop the best model possible to ensure that our rural communities are not adversely impacted by policies brought forward by the Government and by State bodies, which I hope will also be included.

This is a proposal that has now been in place for some time. Can the Minister give us further detail regarding the work being done and how many models are on the table? Can she tell us anything about these aspects? On timeframes, when does the Minister hope to see this in place? I would welcome any information the Minister may have in this regard.

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