Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent) | Oireachtas source

Yes, because we want to be prepared. The whole strategy was that ratification of the UN convention was an important step. The Department of Health organised a consultation process on this issue. We advertised in the newspapers and we received many submissions from senior citizens, as well as disability and mental health groups. It proved more complex than we thought. The Minister for Health and the Department are working closely on the necessary preparations.