Mr. Bernard Gloster:

I do not dispute Deputy Funchion's comments, though I might use different phrasing. I do not dispute the general thrust of her comments. I will make one comment regarding her observation about competence in Tusla. I can only hope that the genuine attempt we are making and the work we are doing will, over time, allow her to regain confidence in us, but I do not dispute her current view.

I am not happy about the Carlow-Kilkenny HIQA report. While there have been many improvements in that area, it is very hard to get people to see them. That said, the foster care report by HIQA was certainly not something that crowned us in glory. The one thing I am happy about is that changes have been made there since the report was published. HIQA has accepted a very detailed action plan, which is progressing.