asked the Minister for Health if she will honour the commitment made by her predecessor in respect of the provision of accommodation for battered wives.
Written Answers. - Battered Wives' Accommodation.
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I presume the Deputy is referring to the current problems which Women's Aid is experiencing in finding alternative premises to the refuge at Harcourt Terrace which is no longer suitable for use as a refuge for battered wives and their children. I am anxious to provide whatever assistance and support I can for the victims of family violence.
In relation to this particular issue, my Department have been in continuous contact with the Eastern Health Board in regard to their efforts to secure a suitable premises for the Women's Aid organisation. A number of premises have already been under consideration but none has been found suitable so far.