Services for People with Disabilities

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 December 2016

Tuesday, 6 December 2016

Questions (302)

Carol Nolan

Question:

302. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Health the action plan that has been put in place as a result of local meetings with HSE management in order to address the ongoing issues affecting children in counties Laois and Offaly with disabilities; the timeframe for resolution of these matters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38388/16]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.

As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.