Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Deputy Wynne. In case there is any doubt out there, as I said earlier, we will go through all the submissions. If there are clear red lines and it comes through loud and clear that this is not what is wanted, we will go back to the drawing board.

This was an opportunity to have a discussion to see how we can improve the situation for people with disabilities and we have to accept that there are different levels of disability. In fact, some people may be able to do a little bit of work. Some people can never work. This is about how we can target the resources at those who need it most and that they get a increased payment. Nobody will lose out on this.

It is important that we have these discussions. I am open to hearing the views of the different groups. Like all consultations, we take on board what they are saying. The purpose of this Department is to help people; it is not to put obstacles in their way.

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