Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)

There is a big reduction for people in rural areas who are unable to connect. Moreover, I am sure the Senator voted for that as a county councillor.

As for people who wish to connect into existing public group sewage schemes, I stated I was considering the support currently provided in respect of water and sewage on a group basis. It may be possible to help people connect to existing schemes. We mentioned that last night when Senator Darragh O'Brien was not here.