asked the Minister for Health if he will consider making grant aid available to Camolin Wheelchair Association, County Wexford in respect of the purchase of a bus specially adapted to transport its members, the cost of which was £20,000; as this association is funded solely by voluntary subscription and accommodates 53 members; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Camolin (County Wexford) Wheelchair Association.
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The payment of grants to local voluntary organisations is normally made at health board level. It is open to the Camolin Wheelchair Association to apply to the South-Eastern Health Board for assistance towards the cost of purchasing an adapted bus for their members. To date no such application has been received by the board from the association.