Ms Yvonne O'Neill:

I am not sure I can add any real detail to what Mr. Reid said. The correspondence and the previous discussions have probably detailed the scale of the examination, the basis for the decision and the number of expert inputs there have been. There has been huge engagement with the users and families. On her own visit there, the Senator will have some of our HSE staff who have been involved in the planning for this and the support for it. Periods of change are very difficult. Across mental heath and disability services, we have been involved in a significant number of transitions from existing arrangements where people have moved from their homes after a number of years to new settings. They have been difficult, no more than they would be for any of us. One thing we have learned is that, afterwards, they will reflect that while they were very reluctant, concerned and fearful of the move, when they made the move, they understood the difference it could make to the quality of their life. Looking back they understand how much happier and better they are with the level of accommodation and supports in the new arrangements. We could probably do more with the service users and families and with people such as the committee who have genuine concerns to give them opportunities to see the types of arrangements we have put in place and how people have reflected on the fear of change but have understood in hindsight that it was in their best interests.