asked the Minister for Health the number of children in care in residential homes on 30 June 1983, 1984, and 1985; and if he will state for each year (a) the number of committed children in care; (b) the number of children on remand; (c) number of children committed under section 55 of the Health Act, 1953; and (d) the number of children admitted voluntarily.
Written Answers. - Children in Care.
102.
The information sought by the Deputy in relation to residential homes under the aegis of my Department is as set out in the following tabular statement:
|
Year |
Committed |
Health Act 1953 |
Voluntary |
Total |
|
1983 |
178 |
958 |
1 |
1,137 |
|
1984 |
120 |
902 |
0 |
1,022 |
|
1985 |
65 |
815 (estimate) |
0 |
880 |
There are no facilities for remand in these homes, which include 23 certified industrial schools and a further 19 homes approved under the Health Act, 1953, for the reception of children into care.