Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 May 2024
509. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth to provide the total number of under 18-year-olds in each in Tusla local area; and the number of children in care in each local area. [22537/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraStatutory and operational responsibility for the delivery of child protection and welfare services is a matter for Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. The Deputy is seeking information in relation to an operational matter for Tusla. Consequently, I have referred the matter to Tusla, and requested that a direct response be provided to the Deputy.
