Fiona O'Loughlin (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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173. To ask the Minister for Health the length of time persons are waiting for an assessment with the NDT in County Kildare; the reason for delay in assessments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41430/19]

Fiona O'Loughlin (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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175. To ask the Minister for Health the number of child psychologists carrying out assessments in the NDT in County Kildare. [41433/19]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 173 and 175 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 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.