Maria Byrne (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

St. Gabriel’s respite home is a centre for children with disabilities and is run by St. Gabriel’s Foundation. It is headed by Elaine O’Riordan, who is the respite manager, and Treasa McAuliffe, the CEO. They got a complimentary bill of health from inspectors when they visited recently. It was said the children are treated as if they were the children of the people looking after them. That is a great compliment. I give a special thank you to the team there because they look after vulnerable children all year round, six children at the one time.

Riverfest is happening in Limerick this weekend. It is a festival that has grown. It is about using the River Shannon and there are many activities around the river. If anybody is passing through Limerick or staying there over the weekend, I encourage them to attend this successful festival. Especially if the sun shines as it is shining today, it will be a lovely event to have on the river.