Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I would point to proof and evidence that is relayed to me a politician. I am not saying it comes down to the Department of Education. There is a great deal of joined-up thinking. I believe there are way too many organisations involved and the message gets lost. That is my opinion, not the opinion of the committee. Mental health is a big issue. It came through clearly in the other hearings we had with respect to the appointment of emotional counsellors in schools that students with issues or problems could be identified at an early stage and would not have to go through the system. Savings would be achieved in the system within the HSE. If we had the roll-out of emotional counsellors in schools, specifically primary schools, many children with issues and problems could be identified at an early stage. That is just my opinion. I would appreciate if Ms Tansey would pass on ten copies of that leaflet for members of the committee.