Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 February 2022
158. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Health if his Department has costed the recommendations made in the report of the review of the health services for persons with autism spectrum disorders; if the necessary funding will be made available to implement these recommendations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5452/22]
View answerAs the main element of the Deputy's question relates to a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly, as soon as possible.
However, it should be noted that, within the Programme for Government, extensive commitments were made to improve the lives of people with disabilities, including those diagnosed with autism.
Significant additional funding to deliver on those commitments has been provided to the HSE through subsequent Budgets in order to fund a comprehensive package of measures. These measures will seek to strengthen and enhance services and supports for people with disabilities and their families, as well as facilitating greater choice, independence and control.
