Children in Care

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 May 2020

Wednesday, 20 May 2020

Ceisteanna (1140)

Alan Farrell

Ceist:

1140. Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the number of children who have remained in State care after the end date of their voluntary care arrangement over the past number of years. [6336/20]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs

The Deputy is referring to an operational matter for Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. I have therefore referred the matter to Tusla, and asked that a direct response be provided to the Deputy.