Jim Daly (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank both Senators for their enthusiasm and their contributions to this worthwhile exercise. There is a lot of learning in this for all of us. Nobody has the monopoly of wisdom on any of the solutions. However, through our shared knowledge we may find the solutions to progress this issue.

On Senator Kelleher's question of whether I am happy with the CAMHS and how I would rate it, it is not good enough and, of course, I am not happy with it. I do not accept that this is the best we can do on behalf of the children that are availing of these services. I am familiar with these services as a parent and a public representative, and as a Minister I have an added responsibility for these services. I do not rate them fit for purpose or as the best we can do. We must do better.