Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 January 2019
514. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs further to Parliamentary Question No. 58 of 22 January 2019, the percentage of the 126 persons with illegal birth registrations adopted from St. Patrick’s Guild who have now been informed of their illegal registration; and the percentage of the group who have been offered counselling services. [3710/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe progress made regarding contacting those affected by the cases of illegal registrations discovered in the St. Patrick's Guild records is a matter for Tusla and the process is still ongoing.
The Deputy will be aware that the process of contacting people in these circumstances is a sensitive and complex one and the pace must respect the wishes of the individual involved. Tusla has indicated that all relevant persons who have been contacted by Tusla and who wish to engage with Tusla services have been offered counselling support.
I understand that Tusla has also responded directly to the Deputy in relation to this matter.
