Disability Support Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 May 2020

Wednesday, 13 May 2020

Questions (613)

Carol Nolan

Question:

613. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Health if his Department will resource local authorities in order that they can subsequently ensure that the accessibility needs of persons who are blind and vision impaired can be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4587/20]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health (Finian McGrath)

The Department of Health has no oversight on the resourcing of local authorities. The resourcing of local authorities falls within the remit of the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government.