Cautious welcome for plan to publish Disability Bill

THE decision by the Government to publish the long-awaited Disability Bill was given a guarded welcome yesterday amid concerns that it would not properly address the needs of the disabled.

Mary Keogh, director of the Forum of People With Disabilities, said that it was essential that the bill would translate into services on the ground.

“After waiting two years, we are looking forward to the bill but my fear is that it is all about money. While money is welcome, funding of the disability sector has had minimal transparency and accountability. We are hoping that it will result in services for those with a disabilities,” said Ms Keogh.