Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 May 2005
138 Mr. Penrose asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if funding is available for the establishment of a link club to cater for adults with special needs in the 18 to 35 age group in an extensive catchment area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14925/05]
View answerThe Health Act 2004 provided for the Health Service Executive, which was established on 1 January, 2005. Under the Act, the executive has the responsibility to manage and deliver or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. This includes responsibility for the provision of funding. Accordingly, my Department has requested the chief officer of the executive's midland area to investigate the matter raised and to reply directly to the Deputy.
