The Sligo-Leitrim Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan would not be drawn on his own choice, but believes all 6 are strong candidates

Deputy Frank Feighan said the funding would be used to revamp a vacant property in the village.

The committee also heard eight consultants earned over half a million euro per year - with one earning over 970-thousand euro.

Peter Burke says he wants to erase the idea that rural housing is somehow being phased out.