Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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332. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting a needs assessment in the Mercy Hospital; the number waiting less than three months, three months to six months, six months to 12 months and more than 12 months, respectively in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19472/20]

Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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333. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting a speech and language appointment in CHO4; the number waiting less than three months, three months to six months, six months to 12 months and more than 12 months, respectively in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19473/20]

Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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334. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting an occupational therapy appointment in CHO4; the number waiting less than three months, three months to six months, six months to 12 months and more than 12 months, respectively in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19474/20]

Anne Rabbitte (Galway East, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 332 to 334, inclusive, together.

The recently published Programme for Government document "Our Shared Future" recognises the need to improve services for both children and adults with disabilities through better implementation and by working together across Government in a better way. 

The  Government commits to prioritising early diagnosis and access to services for children and ensuring that the most effective interventions are provided for each child, to guarantee the best outcomes.

As the Deputy's questions relate to service issues, they have been referred to the HSE for direct reply.