I asked if the Leader had raised the issue of the Labour Court recommendation for home helps with the Minister for Health, Deputy James Reilly. He omitted to respond to that question.

I will certainly raise that matter. It dates back to 2008 when the former Government was in place. I am surprised the issue was not dealt with when it was in office

Perhaps I can clarify the issue. The decision was made in 2009.

We are on the Order of Business.

The Department gave a commitment in 2012 and Ministers flatly refused to pay.

Will the Senator, please, resume his seat?

One cannot blame that Government.

The Senator does not need an answer then.

I was asking for the Leader's assistance. I will raise the issue again next week.

Will the Senator, please, resume his seat?

I was just asking the Leader a question.