Ms Rita Walsh:

On the transition from secondary school, the role of the ETBs and so on, we have to remember that many people with disabilities, particularly those with Down's syndrome, go through mainstream primary and secondary education.

They do so with the support of resource people, SNAs and so on. I would love for that structure to be acknowledged and the funding made available to support that if people choose to go on to further education. That is essential for it to be successful.

On employment, I would love for recognition to be given to employers who employ people with more complex needs or people who cannot work as many hours. Maybe they can only work four hours or something like that. They too should be applauded and supported.