Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 March 2017
261. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs her views on the impact of waiting lists on children waiting for occupational therapy provision; if she has raised this matter with the Minister for Health; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15991/17]
View answerI am concerned about the waiting times for children who need occupational therapy, and the negative impact delays in receiving appropriate early intervention may have on the development and well-being of that child. However, the responsibility for occupational therapy provision rests with the Minister for Health. I have received representations on behalf of children who have occupational therapy needs, and I have communicated these to my colleague the Minister of State for Disability Issues.
