Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 July 2020
866. Deputy Sean Sherlock asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the delegated functions assigned to the Minister of State with responsibility for disability; and the date those delegated functions come into effect. [15046/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraDetailed discussions between my Department and the Department of Health are ongoing with regard to the transfer of functions between both Departments.
The Minister of State with Responsibility for Disability is currently working directly with Department of Health officials in order ensure a fuller understanding of the issues prior to its transfer to my Department. This is a significant and complex policy and operational area with an associated budget of over €2 billion. It is important that we take the time to fully understand what is involved and what the key priorities are.
As soon as the Transfer of Functions Order for this area is completed, I will immediately arrange with Government for a Delegation of Ministerial Functions Order.
