835. Deputy John Connolly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he considers it equitable that persons who are unable to drive due to severe visual impairment remain ineligible for supports available under the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme solely due to the fact they do not meet the current mobility-based criteria for a primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63238/26]

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835. Deputy John Connolly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he considers it equitable that persons who are unable to drive due to severe visual impairment remain ineligible for supports available under the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme solely due to the fact they do not meet the current mobility-based criteria for a primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63238/26]

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1. 7 September 2026

   Transport Policy

   835. Deputy John Connolly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he considers it equitable that persons who are unable to drive due to severe visual impairment remain ineligible for supports available under the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme solely due to the fact they do not meet the current mobility-based criteria for a primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63238/26]

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