Tommy Broughan (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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396. To ask the Minister for Health his views on the proposed standard operating procedures on the assessment on needs process; when it is planned that the new procedures will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23328/18]

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.

Tommy Broughan (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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397. To ask the Minister for Health if the implementation of the new standard operating procedures on the assessment on needs process can be postponed to allow for engagement and consultation with parents and other health and social care professional representative bodies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23329/18]

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.