Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Social Democrats)
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203. To ask the Minister for Health the number of children on waiting lists for preliminary team assessments by CHO area, age category and time waiting. [49685/18]

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.

I understand that the Deputy's question relates to waiting lists for Assessment of Need. As this is a service matter, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.