Rabbitte vows to cut delay that disabled people face acquiring necessary aids and appliances

'Disability is a rights issue, and it should sit inside the Equality department,' said Minister of State Anne Rabbitte, whose ministry is soon to move from Health to Equality. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Long delays for equipment such as wheelchairs are to be tackled as a priority when the Department of Disabilities moves from the Department of Health to the Department of Equality, minister of State for Disabilities Anne Rabbitte has said.

Ms Rabitte said that making the process for procuring such equipment such as wheelchairs and bath supports for both adults and children faster and easier is a major priority for her.