Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 4 May 2022
145. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Finance if persons can make a formal submission to the consultation process in relation to primary medical certificates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22001/22]
View answerAt the outset the Deputy should note that I gave a commitment that a comprehensive review of the Disabled Drivers and Disabled Passengers Scheme (DDDPS) , to include a broader review of mobility supports for persons with disabilities, would be undertaken.
I have agreed with Roderic O’Gorman, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth that the DDDPS review should be brought within a wider review under the auspices of the National Disability Inclusion Strategy (NDIS), to examine transport supports encompassing all Government funded transport and mobility schemes for people with disabilities.
I believe that this the most appropriate forum to meet mutual objectives in respect of transport solutions/mobility supports for those with a disability.
The NDIS Transport Working Group, chaired by Anne Rabbitte, Minister of State for Disability, met on 26th January 2022.
In conclusion, the Deputy should be aware that as the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth lead the wider review in this area through the NDIS Transport Working Group, any consultation process is a matter for that Department.
