Michael Smith (Tipperary North, Fianna Fail)

We have made and continue to make significant progress in advancing the disability equality agenda. I am confident the disability Bill will introduce the systems and structures which will effectively advance the agenda further. The Bill will demonstrate that Ireland can be among the most progressive of its European neighbours. It will establish a statutory basis for assessment, service provision and the infrastructure to effectively deliver key services to those who need them most.

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