Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 24 Feb 2000

Vol. 515 No. 2

Written Answers. - Court Orders.

Ivor Callely

Question:

156 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Health and Children the number of children in respect of whom court orders under the Child Care Act, 1991, have been sought; the number of cases where concerns have been raised over these orders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5629/00]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin)

The information requested by the Deputy is not readily available in my Department. I have requested it from the health boards and I will forward it to the Deputy as soon as possible.