Question from Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett - PQ 60159-26

To ask the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether additional annual funding of €4 million will be provided to a disability service provider to expand day-service capacity, in view of reports that its existing services are at full capacity and that a substantial waiting list remains; the number of people currently awaiting a day-service placement with the provider ( St michael's house ); and if she will make a statement on the matter.