Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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1090. To ask the Minister for Health his plans to reduce the waiting lists for occupational therapy assessments for children with autism between six and 18 years of age (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36433/17]

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.

As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.

Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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1091. To ask the Minister for Health his plans to run parent workshops in an area (details supplied); the basis of the workshops; the proposed content of those workshops; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36436/17]

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.

As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.