Would the Minister assure the House that neither he nor his Government will take any action which would affect the flow of funds to Rehab and the Central Remedial Clinic as a result of the lottery they are now running? Would the Minister deny the various rumours circulating — that steps will be taken that could have serious consequences for Rehab and the CRC?

I ceased denying Deputy Barrett's rumours some 12 months ago and I have resisted the temptation ever since. Indeed the question he has asked is really for another Minister. The Deputy knows that as well as I do.