A detailed examination of the practicalities involved in mainstreaming these positions was undertaken and it was discovered that an additional €46 million would be required on top of the contribution from existing community employment funding to mainstream them. Due to the very high demands on the health budget, it has not been possible to provide this additional funding in the current Estimates provision of the Department of Health and Children. I am pleased to indicate that all health service related community employment projects, including those providing services for persons with disabilities, are ring-fenced and protected from reductions. Other services ring-fenced from reductions include drugs task force activity and child care service provision. Projects in RAPID areas are prioritised.