Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

The definition being accorded to disability is not clear. Does it mean that episodic treatment, or treatment on an occasional basis as distinct from continuous treatment, will be available to persons who require it? Can the Taoiseach confirm that the entire mental health area will be included? It appears as if the legislation excludes thousands of people who feel they should be included in legislation of this nature. I understand the Irish Human Rights Commission issued a statement some time ago to the effect it does not support the Bill. Perhaps the Minister of State at the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Deputy Fahey, would be good enough to call in the different groups for a face to face interaction on their concerns and frustrations. I am sure he is sufficiently concerned to do that.

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