Question from Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh - PQ 43055-26

To ask the Minister for Health given the significant waiting lists for autism assessments, disability services, and psychological supports, what is current policy position regarding the role of chartered behavioural psychologists within HSE services; if her Department and the HSE have considered how appropriately qualified chartered behavioural psychologists could contribute more fully to reducing those waiting times and increasing service capacity; and if she will make a statement on the matter.