Martin Kenny (Sligo-Leitrim, Sinn Fein)
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261. To ask the Minister for Health the reason the early intervention team could not provide a person (details supplied) with occupational therapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10604/17]

Martin Kenny (Sligo-Leitrim, Sinn Fein)
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262. To ask the Minister for Health the reason the parents of a person (details supplied) were not permitted to employ a private occupational therapist and avail of the early intervention team's services at the same time, when the early intervention team was unable to provide occupational therapy. [10605/17]

Martin Kenny (Sligo-Leitrim, Sinn Fein)
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263. To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive an autism service worker. [10606/17]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 261 to 263, inclusive, 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.