Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 April 2013
1154. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Health if he or his Department are aware of a funding deficit for St Catherine's Association, County Wicklow; if they have been contacted by the association in regard to it and a possible 40% reduction in front-line staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16313/13]
View answerAs the Deputy may be aware, the HSE has been working for some time with this provider of services in relation to the sustainability of this organisation.
St. Catherine’s is a very valued service in Co. Wicklow, but has grown significantly over a very short timeframe in an unsustainable way.
The HSE has assured me that it is anxious to help St. Catherine's to return to sustainability and is working very closely with them to ensure that this valuable service can continue on a sustainable footing. I understand that St. Catherine’s is also engaging with the Department of Education and Skills on education related issues.
In relation to the specific queries raised by the Deputy, as these are service issues they have been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
