Today, the HSE announced a good initiative for the reduction of harmful drug use at festivals. It is a good, progressive step. There is a major anomaly in what the Government has done previously compared with now. I do not think it has the stomach to tackle drug use in Ireland. The citizens' assembly on drug use has been delayed, nearly two years into the term of this Government, which is incredible. I do not get a sense of urgency or that this is an important issue. At the same time, people are dying because of the failed policy relating to drug use in Ireland. Somebody should say that it has failed.

Engagement is ongoing. Testing for drugs at festivals is a welcome move. We are working with all stakeholders to introduce that. There are many emerging trends. On 14 January, €815,000 of recurring funding was announced for a HSE initiative to address harm associated with the use of cocaine and crack cocaine. The Deputy brought those emerging trends to our attention. At all times, the resources and funding are there to work with all stakeholders to address these issues. Two citizens' assemblies are ongoing and work is happening to enable a citizens' assembly on the use of drugs. I suspect that it will be completed early in the new year.