Peter Roche (Galway East, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister. First, I am a great advocate, as I am sure many others are, for investment in the infrastructure developments he mentioned such as walkways, greenways and cycleways. We are living in an area where the population, thankfully, is increasing. I am also mindful that people are craving those kind of recreational opportunities, particularly people who want to seek outdoor recreational exposure for childhood obesity, mindfulness or people who are struggling with mental health issues. I am sure anything the Minister can do in promoting and supporting that is a really welcome departure.

Right across every county the LIS has proved to be a very essential component or element. There are people who are building their first home in little laneways who apply for those scheme and it is a really great saviour when they can have that.

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