Joe Flaherty (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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We are fortunate to be members of this committee. Something we are learning is that we need transitional services. They are key. Reflecting on what Ms Clinton has said, we are probably looking at a multidisciplinary and multidepartmental team involving the Departments with responsibility for further education, health, education and social protection. If people and families are fortunate enough to transition from domiciliary care allowance to disability payments, it is always at the back of their minds that the benefit will be lost if they go to work. We need to look at this in the round to ensure there is a safety net for people. Would Ms Clinton agree with this?