Written answers
Thursday, 5 December 2019
Department of Health
Services for People with Disabilities
Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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266. To ask the Minister for Health his plans to address the ageing transport fleet used to support persons with intellectual disabilities in view of the fact that over 550 vehicles are ten years or older; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50946/19]
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.
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