The Disability Act 2005 is part of a framework of measures which supports social inclusion. Other essential elements in the legislative framework are -
The Disability Act 2005 is a positive action measure designed to advance and underpin participation by people with disabilities in everyday life. It establishes a statutory basis for individual needs assessment and for mainstreaming. Services identified in the assessment will be provided subject to practicability and resources. Mainstreaming places obligations on public service providers to support access to services and facilities for people with disabilities as well as other citizens, to the greatest practicable extent.
Westmeath County Council's objective is to ensure people with disabilities can access the same level of service as all customers.
To provide an effective service we must ensure that customers can access our services in a manner that suits their needs. This means accommodating any specific requirements, language, or accessibility needs.
For more information contact our Accessibility Officer:
Annette Barr Jordan
Telephone: 044 9332138 / 0874188932
Email address: ajordan@westmeathcoco.ie
