Green Party Deputy Stephen Matthews raised the issue in the Dail last year, calling for a change in building regulations that would allow for the inclusion of the facilities at design stage.
A report and draft amendments to the existing legislation are in progress which will offer the basis for a public consultation later this year.
There are currently 15 facilities available for use across the country for those with complex care needs; none of these are in County Wicklow.
Trio of Wicklow Writers Earn Nominations For Irish Book Awards
Wicklow authors Julia Kelly and Sam Blake have been shortlisted for the An Post Irish Book Awards 2025.
Gardaí Warn Of Rising Email And Retail Scams In Wicklow
Gardaí in Wicklow are warning of fake emails accusing people of crimes and in-store scams targeting merchant card receipts. They stress they never contact people by email for investigations and urge residents and retailers to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Minister Meets Arklow Merck Staff as Closure Talks Continue
Minister Peter Burke visited the Merck site in Arklow to meet staff and union representatives amid the planned closure. He confirmed ongoing discussions between management and the union over the next 30 days and announced a task force to explore future options for the site.
Bray Teen’s Bail Revoked Over Breaches Linked to Local Man’s Death
Bray teenager Kyle O’Connor has had his bail revoked after allegedly breaching multiple conditions while awaiting trial over the death of Willie Moorehouse.
Devastating Blow As 100 Jobs To Go As Merck Life Science Plant Operations To Close In Arklow
The facility, which manufactures ingredients for pharmaceutical products, was acquired by Merck in 2015 and currently employs around 100 staff.
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