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.
Wicklow Safe Haven Launches To Raise Awareness Of Domestic Abuse
A new community based organisation which aims to raise awareness of the unacceptable scourge of domestic abuse has launched in County Wicklow.
Wicklow Fire Service Attend To Fire On Coillte Lands Near Djouce Woodlands
Fire crews from Greystones and Bray worked through to the early morning to contain the large blaze, which had spread across stockpiles of ‘brash bundling.’
Tributes Paid To Former Wicklow GAA Manager Mick O' Dwyer Following His Death Aged 88
Tributes continue to be paid to Mick O'Dwyer - who has died at the age of 88.
Planning Application Lodged To Turn Wicklow Pub Into IPAS Centre
The proposal submitted by Quest Retirement Solutions Ltd seeks permission for a significant change of use, including alterations to both the ground and upper floors of the premises.
Inquest Hears 2 Year Old Girl Died Of Brain Damage Following Choking Incident At Greystones Creche
Lauren Boland’s inquest was held at Dublin District Coroner’s Court this afternoon.
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