Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
1409. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth when outstanding invoices will be paid to a provider (details supplied) of accommodation for Ukrainian refugees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38057/23]
View answerWith regard to the service provider referred to, I am advised by my officials that all valid invoices received from this provider were paid on 17 August 2023.
I am also advised that my officials have engaged with the provider regarding the submission of the remaining outstanding invoices and, once received, these invoices will be processed.
Whilst there have been some delays in payment due to the very large volume of invoices received, over the past few months my Department has put in place a system which has greatly improved processing times. My Department will continue to minimise any delay in payments while ensuring appropriate governance is in place to safeguard the proper spending of Exchequer funding. The Department is also working towards additional automation in the system which is expected to further streamline the process.
