A Clare rights activist has expressed serious concern after the Disabilities Minister said he is ‘helpless’ to progress their rights.
Ann Marie Flanagan was among a delegation from Clare who have met with Minister of State Finian McGrath to outline concern over the treatment of people with disabilities by the state.
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They’re seeking the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities – which was adopted by the UN 11 years ago.
This would enshrine their rights in the constitution and Ann Marie is disappointed there’s been no movement on it here:
