Mary Lou McDonald (Dublin Central, Sinn Fein)
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797. To ask the Minister for Health the reason for his decision to privatise the HSE respite care service in County Sligo; when the tender for the privatised service in County Sligo will progress; the planned date for completion; and his further plans to privatise public respite care services. [36972/17]

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.