John Perry (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The Senator has raised a very valid point about getting people back to work. It is very good for people to get out of the home and go to work. Incentivising them to do so is a very valid point and it would enhance the quality of life of both the parent and the child. That anomaly exists. If the Senator sends me the file, I will raise it with the Minister, Deputy Burton, because we all want to get people back to work, especially single parents. If a single parent is at a disadvantage in this situation, a special derogation should be given. It should be considered if it is for the health and well-being of the parent and the child. I am delighted the Senator has raised this point, of which I am fully supportive.