Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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128. To ask the Minister for Health the waiting time for an assessment of a child with a special need within the public service, for example, for speech and language, occupational therapy and so on in counties Cork and Kerry. [3132/19]

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.