I wish to ask a question that I have asked countless times in this Chamber. It relates to the cannabis access programme. I hope the Tánaiste can give a definitive date for the commencement of the programme because I am contacted on a weekly basis about it by parents and patients who need access to medicinal cannabis for their children or themselves. People have been waiting for the programme to commence for the past two and a half years. Could the Tánaiste give a definitive date for the commencement of the cannabis access programme?

I acknowledge that Deputy Gino Kenny has become a go-to person in the House on this issue for many individuals and families who are looking for answers. I spoke to the Minister about this many times. He wants to conclude this issue and provide clarity once and for all. A considerable amount of necessary work has been done to get us to this point. I do not have an exact date but I will try to get a more accurate timeline for the Deputy because this issue has been ongoing for some time and must be brought to a conclusion.