Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 October 2021
732. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Health if an organisation (details supplied) is still in receipt of funding from either the HSE or his Department; if it has had its funding suspended as was reported in July 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50448/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe organisation referred to by the Deputy is a non-profit member-driven organisation, founded in 2006 and registered as a company limited by guarantee in February 2010. The governance is provided by a volunteer Board and operations are led by the Chief Executive and staff. Community engagement is an essential part of their identity and their mandate is based on a substantial membership, which elects the Board and is involved in long-term strategic planning.
The organisation "seeks to improve conditions and advance the rights and equality of trans people and their families." The organisation is not funded by the Department.
As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.
