Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
1379. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he has received the pre-Budget 2024 submission from an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37481/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThank you Deputy for raising this matter. I can confirm receipt of the National Forums pre-budget submission. I am giving their proposals serious consideration as I make preparations for Budget 2024. You may be interested to know, the Child and Family Agency, Tusla, administers the Family Resource Centre programme. Where possible I make it a point to engage with Family Resource Centres and had the honour of speaking at the National Forums 25th anniversary event earlier this year.
Family Resource Centres play a pivotal role for so many communities across the country providing a comprehensive range of services tailored to individual community needs. Their commitment to the people who use their services is exemplary and they also support those newly arrived to the country. I look forward to continuing to work with members of the Family Resource Centre programme in the years ahead.
