Holly Cairns (Cork South West, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

The Minister said that I articulated that this provision somehow reduced the stress or burden on parents. I did not say that at all. From what I have experienced in my constituency office, I know that these parents are worried, stressed and at the end of their tethers. They know that there is a short period for intervention in order that their children can live full and independent lives. The need in this regard is not being met. I did not say that any burden has been taken off parents.