Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 December 2020
392. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if there will be an increase in funding and staff numbers for Tusla to cover the service area proposed within the new system; if so, the percentage; and if not, the way in which the current staff will carry out their present role and cover the rest of the county as well. [42909/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise the Deputy that Tusla has shared proposals for the restructuring of the Agency with my officials.
As per Section 53 of the Child and Family Agency Act 2013, the appointment of employees to Tusla requires my approval and the consent of my colleague, Mr. Michael McGrath TD, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform and I can confirm that Tusla’s proposals for restructuring and the appointment of associated senior staff are under consideration at this time.
I have asked Tusla to respond to the Deputy directly with regard to the provision of services on a county basis.
