I rise to propose a vote of sympathy to my colleague in Limerick, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science of Ireland, Deputy Patrick O'Donovan, on the passing of his mother Nelly O'Donovan. May she rest in peace. She has been an inspiration to the Minister throughout his political career. She was also a very inspiring woman in her community. May she rest in peace.

I congratulate the Limerick's Fresh Film festival and Film in Limerick on being the only two Irish nominees to Cannes for the Global Production Awards, which will take place on 21 May. They are the only two Irish film groups nominated for the awards this year. I wish them the very best of luck in their categories.

At the weekend, I wrote to the Minister, Deputy Stephen Donnelly, because I have been contacted by several people who do not qualify for a medical card but have been diagnosed with a serious illness such as cancer. I am conscious of the stress and strain that people in this position undergo while waiting to see whether they will get a discretionary card or qualify under health conditions. I am aware of one lady who was refused on three occasions. Her medical card was eventually granted this morning, but the delay has caused much stress and strain to her and her family. I believe that once a person is diagnosed with a serious illness, he or she should qualify straightaway for a medical card. I would like the Acting Leader's support in that regard.

If I might, I will join with my colleague in offering condolences to the Minister, Deputy O'Donovan, on his loss. It is always a very tragic time when it comes to family.

There are a couple of issues I wish to raise. Ballygar, in County Galway, is running an event focusing on well-being and mental health. The event will feature Professor Brian Hughes, a psychologist from the University of Galway, and Teresa O'Brien. It is a great way to find out how things are going for friends and family. It is great to invite them to come along and find out what makes all our minds tick. It is on in Ballygar, at 7 p.m., in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. I encourage people to come along and check it out.

I welcome a group that is here with Senator McGreehan today. It is connected with the social enterprise fund. I want to wish well one of the attendees, Dorothy Coyle, who is a wonderful lady. Ms Coyle is part of Lough Ree Access for All, which is between Ballyleague and Lanesborough. It won funding through Rethink Ireland and the social innovation fund, but also through the lotto. It is one of the organisations to feature on advertisements for lotto. It has fully-accessible boats which can be used by people of all abilities to enjoy time on the River Shannon. It is wonderful. I would encourage and invite anyone to go and check it out. It is for anyone and everyone. It is in located in Ballyleague. It is wonderful to have Ms Coyle here with us today. I hope that whoever is in the Chair when the group comes into the Chamber will highlight their presence.