Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 April 2021
1183. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the financial supports available for churches that on the instruction of the Government have closed and have moved services online at significant cost; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22101/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Government is aware of the challenges facing many sectors across the country in light of the current pandemic and is committed to working closely with sectors in managing through these challenges, recognising that it will require a whole of Government approach. To that end, my Department has introduced a number of supports to assist those, in the community and voluntary sectors in particular, in dealing with the impact of COVID-19.
However, the Department of Rural and Community Development has no funding stream available for the funding of religious services or the provision of equipment for churches.
