Jim Daly (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I fully acknowledge there has been a protracted period since the problems with the mobility scheme were first highlighted. However, there has been an unusual degree of complexity attaching to the issues. When the draft general scheme is submitted to Government, it will be a matter for Government to determine the precise policy which should underpin the general scheme. The Members of the House will appreciate that we cannot pre-empt the outcome of the Government's considerations. Again, I appreciate the opportunity to update the House and to reaffirm the commitment of the Minister of State with responsibility for disabilities to the introduction of a new Bill as a priority. I want to again confirm that it is on the list of priority legislation for the spring-summer of 2018.