Mr. Aidan O'Reilly:

Deputy Darragh O'Brien asked about the process of reviewing the grants and when it might bear fruit. We aim to have new streamlined and simpler forms available this year. As I said, in our engagement with the local authorities we identified that some work could be done on the paperwork and the structure of the forms. We are scheduled to meet the National Disability Authority, having had engagement with the local authorities, to get its input on the way the forms should be done and the language used.

Reference was made to hospital discharges. We have asked the local authorities to make sure there is live contact between hospitals and local authority staff who can ensure the grants are provided quickly.