The New Minister for Disability says he'll bring the voice of people with disabilities to the Cabinet table.
Finian McGrath has been speaking at a conference attended by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
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Ireland and Finland are the only countries in Europe that have yet to ratify the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, despite signing up to it.
Minister McGrath says he’s secured a commitment that will happen within six months, and he’s promised to advocate for disability groups.