Bernard J. Durkan
Question:136 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children the plans, if any, he has for the necessary accommodation to cater for residential and respite care for persons with physical or mental disabilities; the extent to which current accommodation meets requirements in this regard; the total number of places currently available in this regard; the total number of these places needed over the next ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20011/97]