Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Thursday, 14 October 2021

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters

From Accessibility to Universal Design: Discussion

Ms Bernadette Egan:

I can take that point. Impairment across disability is broad-ranging and this is not just about wheelchair users. It is about ensuring housing and buildings are accessible for people with all types of impairment. There is a 60% chance a new home will be occupied by a person with some form of disability at some stage. At the same time, 87% of people would like to remain in their home as they age. It is not just about wheelchair use and a holistic approach should be taken so that buildings can be accessible by everybody.

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