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Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Medical Certificates Applications (31 May 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Drivers and Passengers with Disabilities Tax Relief Scheme is operated by the Revenue Commissioners and provides tax relief for vehicles purchased for use by people with specific severe and permanent physical disabilities. In order to qualify for tax relief under the scheme, the person with a disability must have a valid Primary Medical Certificate, applications for which are processed...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Support Services Provision (31 May 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. The commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (31 May 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Health Care Committee Establishment: Motion (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: Some very talented people among them.

Health Care Committee Establishment: Motion (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: We will do it.

Health Care Committee Establishment: Motion (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: Go raibh maith agat.

Health Care Committee Establishment: Motion (Resumed) (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: I thank colleagues for their contributions to this debate. It has been a valuable experience, as I have heard many good and different ideas and positive contributions. A number of Deputies proposed solutions to a number of the problems in our health services. The committee has significant potential to develop further solutions to some of the issues that have been raised in this debate and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Investigations (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The inquiries referred to by the Deputy relate to allegations of abuse in a foster home in the South- East which are the subject of an ongoing criminal investigation by the Gardaí. In view of the serious issues raised regarding the standard of care provided by the foster family, the HSE commissioned an inquiry into the matter, undertaken by Conal Devine and Associates. The inquiry...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Support Services Provision (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Support Services Provision (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (1 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Election of Leas-Cheann Comhairle (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The only crow that can sing.

Election of Leas-Cheann Comhairle (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: He would be able to dance around Deputy Brendan Howlin.

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Services for People with Disabilities (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Deputy for her question and wish her well in her new position as Fianna Fáil Party spokesperson on disabilities. The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Services for People with Disabilities (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: I accept the Deputy's point that we have had some difficult years in regard to public finances following the international banking crisis and that there has been a reduction in resources over the past number of years. This has changed and it is now planned to invest in resources. As part of the programme for partnership Government, I have a new proposal coming on stream in regard to...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Services for People with Disabilities (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: I accept the Deputy's point in regard to the allocation of only four hours per week to a person with a disability. I plan to change that because it is unacceptable. It is important that the rights of people with disabilities are recognised. They are citizens of this State and have a right to a quality service. Our plan is to work with the task force to ensure people with disabilities get...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Autism Support Services (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: I have been advised that individual cases are managed in the most clinically appropriate way for the particular child. I am also advised that cases can arise where a child who is ready for discharge and who is waiting for a residential placement/accommodation can remain in hospital for longer than clinically required. In such cases, all agencies involved in the care of the child work...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. This commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Funding (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The HSE have been advised that a sum of €58.5 million is being held back by the Department for specific initiatives as outlined in the 2016 National Service Plan. This includes €8 million for initiatives in therapy services for young people. The two initiatives are the continued implementation of the Progressing Disabilities Services Programme, including development of early...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (2 Jun 2016)

Finian McGrath: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. The commitment is outlined in the Programme for Partnership Government, which is...