Séamus Healy (Tipperary South, Workers and Unemployed Action Group) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Ombudsman for Children for her attendance and her presentation.

Perhaps Ms Logan will confirm an impression that I have. For 16, 17 and 18 year olds, the key factors are the culture of the institution and its staff, education and access to related services. We are not there yet, but are we heading in the correct direction and is the timeframe in question acceptable? Do particular staff professions need to be in place in Oberstown to ensure that the overall culture is right and children have a good chance of leaving the institution better able to take their places in their communities and to find employment? Does Ms Logan want the committee to take specific actions in light of her presentation?