Seán Crowe (Dublin South West, Sinn Fein)

I apologise for the confusion. The amendment relates to the transfer of certain powers from the Department to the Health Service Executive. Concerns have been raised about this issue, especially by families who are seeking additional supports, many of whom argue that the Health Service Executive is not providing the supports they need. They are concerned that transferring further responsibility for the provision of supports and services will have a negative effect on their children.

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