Children in Care

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 January 2017

Tuesday, 17 January 2017

Ceisteanna (1677)

Fiona O'Loughlin

Ceist:

1677. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the amount paid to private children's residential services to care for and accommodate unaccompanied minors arriving here in the near future; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41374/16]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs

I have been informed by Tusla, the Child and Family Agency, that no money has been paid to private children's residential services for unaccompanied minors who have not yet arrived in Ireland. Tusla is preparing suitable accommodation and care for the young people's arrival.