Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 February 2015
130. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if he is implementing a plain English policy, as outlined by the National Adult Literacy Agency, in his Department's communications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7278/15]
View answerIt is the policy of my Department to ensure that the Department's publications are presented at a level of plain English commensurate with the specified audience which may include:
- Elected officials, Government Departments, policy makers, researchers and academics;
- Professionals working with and for children, for example, teachers, social workers, youth workers, child-care workers;
- Parents and general adult population;
- Children and young people.
A link to the website of the National Adult Literary Agency is on my Department's website www.dcya.gov.ie.
