The Committee enquired about the employment of persons with disabilities within the public sector and social security provisions for persons with disabilities. The Ministry responded and indicated that children with disabilities are eligible for a disability pension (grant) and additional surplus for persons with disabilities until the age of 26 years. The Department of Labour also provides for persons with disabilities that are unable to be accommodated in the open labour market through sheltered employment and day time activities. The Ministry indicated that a provision of 45% of person with disabilities is required within the workplace, and that a person with a disability has the right to individual accommodation.