Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 September 2018
149. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of children in direct provision whose parent or parents have status; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39046/18]
View answerThere are 285 children living in RIA accommodation in family units where one or both parents or their guardian have 'status' i.e. International Protection or Permission to Remain in the State.
Not all children who live in RIA accommodation reside with a parent. Some children reside with an adult guardian, who may be an older sibling or relative who is caring for them in loco parentis.
Children who enter the state without an adult guardian are referred to Tusla for child protection assessment, and may be received into care under the Child Care Act 1991.
