The Taoiseach has been told that positive discrimination is vital in the North West to restore regional balance.
The imbalance in the region when compared to other parts of the country has been highlighted on numerous occasions with the Northern and Western Regional Assembly this year, recommending a multi-million euro stimulus package for the area.
The Dail has heard that GDP per capita in the North West is 17% below the EU average.
South Donegal Deputy Marian Harkin urged Leo Varadkar to deliver a fair share for the region:
Well, the Taoiseach says Government is making efforts to ensure there is an equal share of investment across the country: