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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I thank Ms Kenny for that. I am a firm believer in the school inclusion model and in bringing the therapies into schools. I am aware that a pilot took place in the CHO 7 area, which, I understand, comprises Kildare, Meath and Dublin, but that report has not been published yet.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: From what I hear, it was quite successful.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: One theme that was common among all of our guests' contributions was the emphasis on the early intervention scheme. Would any of the witnesses like to make a final comment or statement before we conclude this session?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: Does Ms Byrne wish to comment?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I thank Ms Kenny and all of our witnesses for their contributions. There input has been of great benefit to us. I promise that our report will represent the views of parents. That is something we, collectively, have always said, and that is why we want to hear all of the views of parents. We want our report to be reflective of the need that they see for their children and to ensure that...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: For the information of the witnesses, I wish to explain some limitations to parliamentary privilege and the practice of the Houses as regards references they may make to other persons in their evidence. The evidence of witnesses physically present or who give evidence from within the parliamentary precincts is protected, pursuant to the Constitution and statute, by absolute privilege....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: Would Ms McSherry like to answer that question?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: That leaves me as the final speaker. First, Ms Crawford’s comments about top-down, bottom-up is what this committee is about. We want to hear from people and from parents to be able to form a bottom-up proposal to Government so that when we produce our report at the end of next March, there will be recommendations that will make change. It is incumbent on us as public...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I thank the witnesses for coming here today. I compliment both of them on the work they have done in the past 26-odd years. As Ms McSherry said, it is unfortunate that the same issues we had 26 years ago are still here today. As I said, we hope our report will effect change. That this committee is in place has already effected change, be it through extra supports going into third-level...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I thank Ms McSherry very much. Does Dr. Crawford have a final comment in the remaining 30 seconds?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I thank Dr. Crawford very much. That concludes our business. The committee stands adjourned until Thursday, 27 October at 12 noon when we will resume in private session.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: Dr. Crawford speaks about movement. My son goes to horse riding and does occupational therapy while horse riding. The benefits are fantastic. His senses are opened up and he is able to take in the therapy more quickly. That needs to be expanded. I welcome Deputy O’Donnell to the meeting.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (19 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I support Senator Craughwell's remarks about local authority members. I spent 11 years on Longford County Council, and I have seen the difficulties members encounter in attending the large number of meetings, not just at council level but also at local level. I support the calls for a debate. I also support Senator Burke's calls for a debate on forestry. A number of us were at a meeting...

Seanad: VAT Rate for Tourism and Hospitality Sectors: Statements (Resumed) (19 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I welcome the Minister of State. It is important to acknowledge that the Fine Gael tourism spokesperson met the industry and it is thankful for the significant Covid supports that have been given to it. The Minister of State knows the figures; 230,000 livelihoods depend on the industry and the reality is there is an extremely grim outlook for the sector in the time ahead. You only have to...

Seanad: Summer Programme: Statements (18 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: The Minister of State is very welcome. I also welcome Mr. Frank Hanlon from the Department. I want to compliment the Minister of State on the work she has done in her role in special education. I know from the numerous occasions we have spoken about it that this area of the summer programme is and has been a priority for the Minister of State. I am delighted with the announcement in the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Business of Joint Committee (18 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I welcome everyone to this public meeting of the Joint Committee on Autism. We have received apologies from Deputy Harkin. Before we start business today, I would like to read some formal notices and the Covid-19 code of conduct. All those present in the committee room are requested to exercise personal responsibility to protect ourselves and others from the risk of contracting Covid-19. ...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy and Health: Health Service Executive (18 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: Next is Deputy McHugh.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy and Health: Health Service Executive (18 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: Okay. I call Deputy Ó Cathasaigh.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy and Health: Health Service Executive (18 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I ask Professor MacLachlan to forward that report, when it is available, to the clerk and we can circulate it to members of the committee.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy and Health: Health Service Executive (18 Oct 2022)

Micheál Carrigy: I will let Professor MacLachlan in and then we will move on to the next member to speak.