Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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171. To ask the Minister for Health the number of requests (details supplied) that were received for children and adults between 2016 and May 2018; and the number of these requests that were met with an assessment within the three month timeframe as set out under section 9 of the Disabilities Act 2005. [46326/18]

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.