Michael Lowry (Tipperary, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Taoiseach for his consideration of this proposal. Tomorrow morning, the HSE will meet representatives of the local action committee. It is important that when they put forward a proposal to the Department of Health, it is received favourably and some funding is provided immediately. I am very familiar with the local group who work behind the scenes. They are very dedicated, committed and hard-working. I have met them on several occasions. Their determination to continue to see their work benefit the community is inspiring. I have given the committee much time and advice and I am convinced of the merits of the project. We have to ensure the centre gets some capital funding to make sure the project comes to fruition. When the HSE provides a report to the Department, some financial support should be granted to allow the project to proceed.

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