asked the Minister for Health if his Department has any plans for the establishment of residential training facilities for rubella babies who are doubly handicapped.

The position as regards facilities for assessment, treatment and training of handicapped children generally is under active consideration at present. The particular needs of rubella children who have a dual handicap are having special attention in this connection.

How soon can we expect action as a result of these investigations?

It is being considered at present but I have not information as to when the examination will be completed.

Before the end of the year?

I honestly could not anticipate the length of time. They are a special problem in that they have a dual handicap and there is also a question of placing them in institutions where they can be educated.

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