419 Deputy Olwyn Enright asked the Minister for Community, Equality and Gaeltacht Affairs when his review of the scheme to support national organisations in the community and voluntary sector will be concluded; if he has been in contact with all groups that receive funding under the scheme to hear their views and concerns on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29767/10]

Funding contracts under the Scheme referred to by the Deputy are due to expire on 31 December 2010.

Officials in my Department are currently carrying out a review of the Scheme and all organisations involved in the Scheme are being consulted as part of that process. On the basis of the findings of the review, I will consider the options available to me at the appropriate time.