January 2025

Research Finds Ongoing Barriers in Local Authority Disability Services

A newly published report has found that a lack of focus on disability within local authorities has weakened the role of access officers, who are responsible for assisting disabled people in accessing public services. The research, “Bridging the Gap“, commissioned by the Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI), examined how local authorities are implementing the United […]

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HSE Service Plan Targets Shorter Wait Times and Enhanced Disability Services

The Ministers for Health and Children, along with other government representatives, have announced the HSE National Service Plan 2025. With a record budget of €26.9 billion—a €1.6 billion increase from 2024—the plan focuses on improving health and social care services, emphasizing mental health, disability, and older persons’ services. Key highlights include: The plan prioritizes shorter

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