David Cullinane
Ceist:1858. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the breakdown of the additional funding allocated in budget 2021 to the Institute of Public Health; and the way in which it was spent. [35658/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021
1858. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the breakdown of the additional funding allocated in budget 2021 to the Institute of Public Health; and the way in which it was spent. [35658/21]
Amharc ar fhreagra€1.377m was allocated to the Institute of Public Health in 2021. This funding will be used to further the Strategic Objectives identified by the Institute for implementation from 2020 – 2025. These are:
- understanding what works - research and evidence review
- optimising impact and assessment - policy analysis and evaluation
- working together to improve outcomes North and South by island of Ireland partnership
- sharing knowledge and communicating the value of public health
- organisational excellence - setting and meeting high standards
The final position on the breakdown of the spend will be available at the end of year.