1464 Deputy Willie Penrose asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will confirm having received a request for additional funding from Westmeath County Council in respect of disabled persons grants and essential repairs grants and also in respect of the new housing grant schemes, whereby a shortfall has been clearly identified in relation to the older schemes and commitments at the end of June 2008, represent almost 100% of the allocation under the new grant schemes, and in order for these schemes which are heavily demand led, can be allowed to continue to provide essential upgradings and refurbishments for elderly people and people with mobility issues; and if he will ensure that the additional €1 million required is given to the council without delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30340/08]

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1464 Deputy Willie Penrose asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will confirm having received a request for additional funding from Westmeath County Council in respect of disabled persons grants and essential repairs grants and also in respect of the new housing grant schemes, whereby a shortfall has been clearly identified in relation to the older schemes and commitments at the end of June 2008, represent almost 100% of the allocation under the new grant schemes, and in order for these schemes which are heavily demand led, can be allowed to continue to provide essential upgradings and refurbishments for elderly people and people with mobility issues; and if he will ensure that the additional €1 million required is given to the council without delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30340/08]

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