Frank Fahey (Galway West, Fianna Fail)

Unmet aggregate needs will be identified and the HSE will be required to outline all identified needs to indicate the periods of time ideally required to provide services, the sequence of provision and the estimated costs involved. The amendments will facilitate a detailed analysis of service provision and areas of unmet need. The data will be available to the public in published reports.

The approach in the Bill will provide a clear strategy for informed policy development and effective use of investment to benefit individuals. It ensures a transparent process which, coupled with increased investment, will have long-term benefits for the disability sector.