Using a range of methods and information sources, the review highlighted that a number of positive developments were realised during the lifetime of the CES. Achievements were identified in relation to education and skill development, as well as in the provision of some employment supports. However, several gaps and challenges were found to remain, including in relation to the persistent disability employment gap in Ireland, unresolved issues in making work pay, limitations in relation to appropriate career guidance for some learners with disabilities, gaps in supported employment, and issues with strategy coordination and implementation. Learnings for future national strategies that include a focus on the employment of disabled people are also included in the report.
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