Mental Health Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 October 2015

Tuesday, 6 October 2015

Questions (584)

Michael Fitzmaurice

Question:

584. Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice asked the Minister for Health if it is still the practice for children and adolescents to be placed in adult psychiatric hospitals; if so, the number of children and adolescents who have been admitted to adult services in 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34625/15]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

As this is a service issue this question has been referred to for direct reply. If you have not received a reply within 15 working days, please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.