Ann Phelan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I draw the Senator's attention to the fact that 55 applications were approved for funding in the two-year period from 1 July 2014 to 30 June 2016. The level of funding was increased to over €8 million, an increase of 10% in comparison with the allocation for the previous scheme. I undertake to bring the Senator's concerns back to the Department and discuss them with my officials. We will try to provide her with a more detailed response.