Mary Lou McDonald (Dublin Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

This is obviously a matter for the HSE, but I think it is also a matter for the Department of Justice and Equality. These young people and children go missing, yet it does not seem to be a matter of concern for many. I would appreciate it if Mr. Purcell, as the top person in his Department, came back to us on this with all of the detail he has and the most up-to-date figures. I would appreciate hearing his understanding of the situation and what interaction his Department has, if any, with the HSE in respect of these children. Is it involved in their processing when they initially land in the State and in their treatment thereafter? With regard to those still on the missing list, what contribution does the Department make towards establishing their whereabouts?