Violet-Anne Wynne (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I do appreciate the work the Minister of State has been doing and I have recognised that a light has been shone on this issue, especially in respect of PA hours and in separating, as she pointed out, the issue of home support. In regard to my constituent, the Minister of State has indicated the Department will be in contact, which is positive news to hear, and I really appreciate the work being done in the background to ensure this young man is being supported. It is great because social anxiety is an issue as well for some people and I know that in this case, pointing to the day centre and to maybe taking up additional hours there was not going to work, so I appreciate any support in addition to what he was receiving. I again point to the need to reform PA hours and to enshrine that right for all people with disabilities.

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