Nicky McFadden (Fine Gael)

There is no information about the scheme on the SEI website or from local authorities. In fact, older people are waiting for two years for heating and grants for essential repairs from local authorities. Older people will be dead before they receive their grants, even for existing essential repairs, yet we have a big announcement about this scheme. Senator Butler was correct to congratulate the Minister but where is the scheme or the money for it?

Another matter, which is one I have been raising for a very long time, is the serious issue of head shops. Are there any developments on this matter? I raised this issue in the House over a year ago and there are still families and youngsters suffering as a result of this illegal practice. These people are paying a lot of taxes to the Government because they are running very successful businesses.