Press Releases
Budget 2026: a devastating setback for disabled people
Issued: 8 October 2025
The Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) has said that while it welcomes the €619 million increase in funding for …
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DFI welcomes the new National Disability Strategy, and urges whole-of-government action to deliver change
Issued: 3 September 2025
DFI welcomed today’s launch of the new National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025 - 2030, while …
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Over 40% of Elected TDs Have Signed Disability Pledge
Issued: 10 December 2024
71 of the 174 TDs elected to the Dáil signed a Disability Pledge hosted by the Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI). …
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Ireland Goes Purple for International Day of People with Disabilities
Issued: 3 December 2024
Ireland is shining a light on disability on Tuesday 3 December to mark International Day for People with Disabilities …
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On International Day of People with Disabilities, it’s Time for a Strong Commitment to Disability in Ireland
Issued: 3 December 2024
International Day of People with Disabilities falls as the last votes are counted in the general election. The …
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The Leaders’ Debate and Disability: A Call for Action
Issued: 26 November 2024
Tonight’s Leaders’ Debate provides a critical opportunity for party leaders to address the pressing concerns …
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DFI Encourages Candidates to ‘Take Responsibility’ on Disability at General Election Husting
Issued: 19 November 2024
General election candidates will face questions on how they plan to address the urgent needs of people with …
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Budget 2025 a ‘missed opportunity’ to make a real difference in disabled people’s lives
Issued: 1 October 2024
Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) said that the budget missed an opportunity to address structural issues to …
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No time to delay – Budget 2025 must make a different choice on disability
Issued: 9 September 2024
Press Release – 9th September 2024 - Immediate The experience of people with disabilities in Ireland continues to …
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Disability Votes count in Local and European Elections on Friday 7 June
Issued: 5 June 2024
Release - Wednesday 5 June 2024 - Immediate Attn: Newsdesks, Political and Social Affairs Correspondents …
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Budget 2025 must prioritise the needs of disabled people who experience deprivation and poverty
Issued: 27 May 2024
The Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) is calling for Budget 2025 to prioritise the needs of disabled people who …
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Disability Federation of Ireland asks EU Election candidates to sign their Disability Pledge
Issued: 30 April 2024
Press Release - Tuesday 30 April 2024 The Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI), is asking candidates in the …
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