Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent) | Oireachtas source

We have enough in the budget, particularly with the increases in this year's budget. Our problem will be the competing elements within the budget. The Senator can take it from me that this is a priority issue. I agree with her that this must translate into action in delivering the services. We have the plans and focus so it is up to us who are in a position to push it along. I accept that services are underdeveloped and hanging around for another two years would not be acceptable. I give that commitment but I will go back to the Minister, Deputy Harris. Both of us will work on the issue. I hope to see some serious movement before Christmas. There is extra funding available.We are all, including me, competing for different slices of the pot for disabilities. This is within that sector. I will do my best and give a commitment today, given that we need to have these services developed. These are people with major issues in their lives and we must do something about it.