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Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 6:In page 4, to delete lines 1 to 5 and substitute the following:"(h) any other person, body, organisation or group prescribed under section 6(5).".

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 7:In page 4, line 9, to delete "this section" and substitute "this Act".

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I am aware that some of Deputy Daly's other amendments were ruled out of order. I give her a commitment that it had nothing to do with me or my civil servants. They have reassured me of that. With regard to amendment No. 8, making a clear link between the recognition of Irish Sign Language and the right of users to free interpretation is a positive thing. I do not see the advantage of...

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: While a lot of discussions took place, nothing untoward took place behind the scenes, as some people have said. I respect the Deputy's democratic right to introduce amendments. I take on board many of her suggestions and I would be very supportive of them. Regarding amendment No. 8, however, it is important to say it is recognised in amendment No. 1. I am trying to get the legislation...

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 9:In page 4, line 37, to delete “in loco parentis” and substitute “in loco parentis”.

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 12:In page 5, to delete line 21 and substitute “statutory entitlements or services provided by or under statute by that public body.”.

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 13:In page 5, to delete lines 23 to 25 and substitute the following:“(3) The Minister may by regulations— (a) provide that where a person intends to avail of Irish Sign Language services provided by a public body, the person shall give the public body such prior notification of his or her intention within such period as specified in the regulations, or (b)...

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 14:In page 5, between lines 28 and 29, to insert the following:“(5) The Minister may prescribe as a public body such other person, body, organisation or group financed wholly or partly out of moneys provided by the Oireachtas (being a person, body, organisation or group that, in the opinion of the Minister, ought, in the public interest and having regard to the...

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 15:In page 6, between lines 1 and 2, to insert the following: “Support for access to events, services and activities for users of Irish Sign Language9. (1) The Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection may, with the consent of the Minster for Expenditure and Reform, out of moneys provided by the Oireachtas, provide funds to facilitate users of Irish...

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 16:In page 6, between lines 1 and 2, to insert the following: “Report of operation of Act9. (1) The Minister shall, not later than 3 years after the date on which this Act is enacted and every 5 years thereafter require a report to be prepared on the operation of this Act. (2) Without prejudice to the generality of subsection (1), a report under this section...

Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I move amendment No. 17:In page 6, lines 22 and 23, to delete “Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Act 2017” and substitute “Irish Sign Language Act 2017”.

McCartan Report on the Stardust: Statements (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I would appreciate some flexibility. First, as a public representative in this area, I have worked for over 20 years with the Stardust Relatives and Victims Committee, and other families who suffered a tragic loss as a result of the horrific Stardust fire on 14 February 1981 to assist them in their efforts to find answers. This tragic fire caused the deaths of 48 young people and serious...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Disability Statistics (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I am aware of the statistic to which the Deputy refers.  It is a priority for me to ensure that people with disabilities, who are able to and want to work, are fully supported and enabled to do so. As the Deputy will be aware, in July of this year I launched the new National Disability Inclusion Strategy 2017 - 2021. This Strategy is a whole of Government approach to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Services Provision (14 Dec 2017)

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: Respite Care Services (14 Dec 2017)

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 Services Provision (14 Dec 2017)

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 (14 Dec 2017)

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 Services Data (14 Dec 2017)

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 Services Data (14 Dec 2017)

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: Community Care Provision (14 Dec 2017)

Finian McGrath: I propose to take Questions Nos. 450 and 451 together. The HSE’s report “Time to Move on from Congregated Settings – A Strategy for Community Inclusion” (2011) proposes a new model of support in the community by moving people from institutional settings to the community. The plan is being rolled out at a regional and local level and involves full consultation with...