Tommy Broughan (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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540. To ask the Minister for Health the number on the waiting list for assessments of need for children by CHO; and the average length of time between the date of referral and date of assessment by CHO. [44628/19]

Tommy Broughan (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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541. To ask the Minister for Health the number on the waiting list for initial meetings with early intervention teams for children by CHO; and the average length of time between the date of referral and date of assessment by CHO. [44629/19]

Finian McGrath (Dublin Bay North, Independent)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 540 and 541 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.