Joe Flaherty (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I share the Minister's goodwill towards the officials and staff of Longford County Council. It is one of just 19 local electoral areas, LEAs, throughout the country that paid out more than 99% of their grants. That is commendable work on their part.

Initially, €160 million was allocated.

At present, it looks as if €102 million has been paid out under this scheme. The Minister has indicated a further round of payments for retail and hospitality. Is that on top of the €160 million or is it going to be taken from the €160 million?

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