Written answers
Tuesday, 26 June 2018
Department of Health
Autism Incidence
Michael McGrath (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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315. To ask the Minister for Health the number and percentage of completed assessments of need in Cork city and county that resulted in a confirmed ASD diagnosis in each of the years 2014 to 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27467/18]
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.
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