Carol Nolan (Offaly, Sinn Fein)
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426. To ask the Minister for Health why local Health Service Executive officials have not met with persons (details supplied) since September 2015 despite stating publicly that they would be willing to do so; if he will order an independent review into the handling of this case; if members of HSE senior management will meet with the family concerned as a matter of urgency to discuss the concerns in relation to this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18309/16]

Carol Nolan (Offaly, Sinn Fein)
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427. To ask the Minister for Health why the recommendations from the disabilities appeals office have not been implemented in the case of a person (details supplied); if he will ensure that these recommendations are implemented as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18310/16]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 426 and 427 together.

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 guided by two principles: equality of opportunity and improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.

As the Deputy's question relates to an individual case, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy. If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, he can contact my Private Office and they will follow the matter up with the HSE..