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Call For Disability Issues To Be Addressed In Budget

The Government is being urged to address the needs of those with disabilities in the forthcoming Budget.

In a submission to the Finance Minister, the Irish Wheel Chair Association is calling for more investment in vital services.

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An increase in the number of personal assistance hours, and the fast-tracking of wheelchair-accessible-housing are among the issues being highlighted.

Desiree Stephens, a member of the Clare branch of the Irish Wheelchair Association, says transport is another a key area where improvement is needed.

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