Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)
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165. To ask the Minister for Health his views that a number of section 38 disability voluntary providers are experiencing considerable financial challenges, which has resulted in some providers having to engage in agreed defaulting of revenue payments to ensure that services are not impacted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34001/16]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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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.

The particular issue raised by the Deputy is a service matter for the HSE. Accordingly, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.