Budget 2021

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021

Tuesday, 27 July 2021

Questions (1858)

David Cullinane

Question:

1858. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the breakdown of the additional funding allocated in budget 2021 to the Institute of Public Health; and the way in which it was spent. [35658/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

€1.377m was allocated to the Institute of Public Health in 2021. This funding will be used to further the Strategic Objectives identified by the Institute for implementation from 2020 – 2025. These are:

- understanding what works - research and evidence review

- optimising impact and assessment - policy analysis and evaluation

- working together to improve outcomes North and South by island of Ireland partnership

- sharing knowledge and communicating the value of public health

- organisational excellence - setting and meeting high standards

The final position on the breakdown of the spend will be available at the end of year.

Question No. 1859 answered with Question No. 1757.