Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
Link to this: Individually | In context | Oireachtas source

164. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will support the budget submission from NCBI on the 17,300 persons living with significant sight loss here. [37220/13]

Michael Noonan (Limerick City, Fine Gael)
Link to this: Individually | In context | Oireachtas source

My Department has so far received in excess of 300 Pre-Budget Submissions from a wide range of groups and individuals. These are being considered by the relevant officials in the context of Budget and Finance Bill preparation.

I can confirm that a submission from the NCBI has been received. However, as the Deputy will be aware, it is not the practice of the Minister for Finance to discuss the details of measures which may be under consideration as part of the Budget and Finance Bill.