Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 September 2023
843. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if his attention has been drawn to correspondence (details supplied) on behalf of a charity; the engagements he has had with this charity in relation to its funding situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40195/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraFirstly, I wish to acknowledge the importance of the work done by this organisation.
I can confirm that my Department has received correspondence from the organisation in relation to the financial difficulties that it is facing.
The Chief Social Worker from my Department has been engaging with Tusla's CEO and Regional Office General Manager to highlight the concerns raised and to follow up accordingly.
Furthermore, the Chief Social Worker and Social Work Specialist have met with the organisation concerned to discuss the financial situation.
