David Cullinane (Waterford, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Obviously, we need as many neuro-rehabilitation teams as possible. Only a small number of additional teams have been funded in recent years so we definitely need more. In what areas are there shortages? First, are the teams that are up and running fully staffed?

In the area of rehabilitation, there is a shortage of occupational therapists and physiotherapists across the board. Children with disabilities, for example, have difficulty accessing services, which is in the spotlight at the moment. What areas in the community side of things, including rehabilitation, are experiencing shortages and real difficulties?