Dara Calleary (Mayo, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Absolutely. Carers' work is extraordinary and there is also the benefit of having somebody remain at home. Leaving aside the financial sides of things, having somebody remain at home is much better for their long-term recovery and long-term living. In the context of budgetary discussions, we will review all the figures. I will engage with the carers' organisations but also with the committee on social protection, when it is established, and we will look at all those issues. I absolutely assure the Deputy, and all Deputies, that carers are a priority for me, and I will have very good and constructive engagement with them. It is a priority within the programme for Government that I intend to be focused on delivering.

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