Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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273. To ask the Minister for Health the extra adult residential places that have been provided for adults with physical or intellectual disabilities each year since 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14899/19]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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274. To ask the Minister for Health his plans regarding the waiting lists for adults with disabilities trying to access long-term residential care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14900/19]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 273 and 274 together.

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 questions relate to service matters, I have arranged for the questions to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy.