Galway Bay FM

4 May 2023

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Local TD calls for action on transport supports for people with disabilities

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Local TD calls for action on transport supports for people with disabilities

Galway Bay fm newsroom – Local TD Denis Naughten is calling for action on transport and mobility supports for people with disabilities.

The Regional Group of TDs is bringing forward a Dáil motion today, urging the government to improve disability transport schemes.

They say a number of supports and grants have been withdrawn or closed to new applicants since 2013.

Galway/Roscommon Deputy Naughten says new schemes need to be introduced – if people with disabilities are to have any life outside their home:

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