Willie Penrose
Question:145 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Education and Science if he has received an application on behalf of the Midland youth service for a significant increase in funding, to help them in their efforts, with young people in promoting, developing and co-ordinating a comprehensive response to youth needs in the Midland region; if this application will be favourably considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21998/02]