Dáil debates

Thursday, 22 June 2023

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions

Fiscal Policy

11:20 am

Photo of Michael MoynihanMichael Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

As Cathaoirleach of the Committee on Disability Matters, people with disabilities must be considered here. We have had a number of meetings and the building of capacity for people with disabilities across the country is hugely important. Over the last number of years the same level of investment has not been there and this area has been slow to get investment because of different regulations and hoops people must go through. We have surplus funding and that is welcome. Moving into Ireland’s future it is hugely beneficial, but we should also use it to ensure we are providing for the most vulnerable in society, including people with disabilities. We have seen many cases with respite and residential units. They must be prioritised as well and funding earmarked.

Following on from Deputy Smith’s point about infrastructure, how are we going to use this funding to future-proof our country? It is important we invest in all regions of the country and especially in roads like the Cork-Limerick road and others that are going to allow investment and ensure economic activity can continue to grow. We must make sure there is public funding into the future.

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