Recycling Policy

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 April 2024

Tuesday, 30 April 2024

Ceisteanna (164)

Fergus O'Dowd

Ceist:

164. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if, with respect to the deposit return scheme, he will provide an update on the meeting which was due to take place in March with a company (details supplied) and a number of disability organisations to assist in a review of the scheme’s infrastructure to make the scheme more accessible for people with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19092/24]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications (Deputy Eamon Ryan)

With the advice of the National Disability Authority, Re-turn is embarking on an engagement process that will ensure accessibility issues for the Deposit Return Scheme are addressed meaningfully and in line with best practice.

Invitations to an Advisory Group will issue shortly to stakeholders and the first meeting is planned for May.  The Group will include representation from Disabled Persons' Organisations (organisations that are led by people with disabilities).