Seanad debates
Tuesday, 15 April 2003
Government Policy and the Provision of Services for the Elderly: Statements.
I echo the Senator's sentiments in regard to the need for consultation. A number of the elderly network groups now introduce me as the Minister who has been here before to meet with us. My approach since my appointment has been to engage in widespread consultation and meet every single group. I started with the voluntary sector and moved on to statutory groups such as the NCAOP and then to professional groups working in the area of older people. I have undertaken widespread consultation across the board.
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