I propose to take Questions Nos. 141 and 182 together.
My Department has commissioned Indecon International Consultants to carry out research into the cost of disability. In line with the commitment contained in the Programme for Government, the Government will use the research into the cost of disability to individuals and families to properly inform the direction of future policy. The report has been received and my Department is considering it in detail. As part of this consideration it is intended to brief and seek the views of relevant Government departments who have a role to play in the delivery of disability services and supports. Once this process is complete I intend to submit the report to Government for consideration. A decision regarding the appropriate date of publication will be made once Government has had an opportunity to consider the report fully. I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.