Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Thursday, 11 July 2024

Public Accounts Committee

Business of Committee

9:30 am

Photo of Brian StanleyBrian Stanley (Laois-Offaly, Sinn Fein)
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I recall the day the Accounting Officer was before us and I believe I know what her response would be.

First, Tusla is struggling to get accommodation. Then there is the issue of providing supervision where the minors are going into accommodation that is not State owned or only partially so. This is typically private accommodation such as bed and breakfast accommodation, hotels or whatever else. There may not be time to act if an emergency arises. That is what is happening. The Department of children-----