Erin McGreehan (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I too welcome the announcement of the free travel for those who are medically unfit. Since I came into this House I have raised several Commencement matters on this issue on behalf of people with epilepsy or other conditions. Many people have worked on this issue over the past years. It is a real difference and will make a real change for a lot of people. It will help a lot of people. I have had very positive text messages from people who will now be able to get access to that free travel.

I stood here last week and spoke about the sheep sector. Thankfully, the Minister, Deputy McConalogue, has given that €8 bringing the ewe payment up to €20. Again, this means a lot. The sheep sector was being ignored by the Department and thankfully, because of positive advocacy by many people including me, the sheep sector is now being seen by the Department. I am very grateful for that €8.