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Disability Strategy in Action | Dublin News

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Minister Emer Higgins delivered a candid update on Ireland’s National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People, admitting the government must do more to turn plans into real change. Despite a major €3.9 billion investment in specialist services and the creation of a dedicated Disability Unit, Higgins emphasized that disabled people and families care most about timely, practical support—not just reports. The strategy’s success hinges on sustained funding, empowered service providers, and meaningful inclusion of disabled voices in decision-making, shifting focus from planning to tangible, everyday improvements. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f3e0755b3233ac56

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