Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Thursday, 23 June 2022
Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters
Accessing Justice: Discussion
Ms Fiona Murphy:
On people with autism and sensory issues, there are lots of other people who present with disabilities who would have sensory issues as well. The environment needs to be explored, whether it is a Garda station, a prison or a courtroom. It has to be looked at holistically. If the environment is right and supported properly, that is the most beneficial support you can give to someone with a disability. The Criminal Courts of Justice are laid out properly but there are many other courtrooms around the country and many Garda stations where the environment would not be conducive for people with disabilities. A lot of investment would need to be put into that.
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