Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

My first comment is on the general matter of the ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The Minister of State at the Department of Health, Deputy Finian McGrath, is working hard on that project to ensure it is realised. His work represents the acknowledgment we want to put in place in respect of the rights of those who need services and support. The Minister of State has engaged with me on the matter. I know he is now working with the Department of Justice and Equality in particular to progress it. Deputy O'Dea raised a specific matter regarding the time for the change for those who need support with transport. I cannot give the Deputy a specific date now because the Minister of State is leading that work. However, I will inquire of him in respect of where it stands and ask that he respond to the Deputy.

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