Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2005
126 Mr. Fleming asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the support services available in County Laois for young persons suffering with mental illness; the support groups in the county which assist persons with mental illness; the plans which agencies under her Department have to improve the facilities and increase funding for this area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16230/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Health Act 2004 provided for the Health Service Executive, which was established on 1 January 2005. Under the Act, the executive has the responsibility to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. This includes responsibility for mental health services in County Laois. Accordingly, my Department has requested the chief officer, Health Service Executive's midland area to investigate the matter raised and to reply directly to the Deputy.
