I propose to take Questions Nos. 259 to 263, inclusive, together.
The matters referred to by the Deputy relate to 50 actions contained in the national drugs strategy, “Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery” - a health led response to drug and alcohol use in Ireland 2017-2025.
The strategy is a dynamic process that is monitored through the key national, regional and local structures charged with implementing it. Each year, the bodies responsible for delivering the strategic actions are required to report on progress. To this end, my officials are preparing a return on actions relevant to my Department to be included in the report that will be presented to the National Oversight Committee, chaired by Minister of State with responsibility for the National Drugs strategy, Catherine Byrne TD in January 2019.
I understand that the complete progress report will be forwarded to the Deputy in due course, which will include updates on all the matters referred to in his questions.