Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 March 2013
511. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Health if he will outline the exceptional circumstances in respect of an application for motorised transport grant, with regard to an applicant's disabilities, mobility and medical need for transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14752/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraWhile a Government Decision of 26th February, 2013 ended the Motorised Transport Grant Scheme, applications received by the Health Service Executive (HSE) prior to that date will be processed and if found qualified after assessment, the grant will be paid.
As part of their work of reviewing the Motorised Transport Grant scheme, following on from a report of the Ombudsman from September 2012, the HSE reviewed the guidelines for the assessment of "Exceptional Circumstances". In March 2013, the HSE issued National Guidelines to ensure a consistent national approach to the issue of "Exceptional Circumstances". I will forward a copy of the guidelines to the Deputy.
