Maureen O'Sullivan (Dublin Central, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for his reply and I acknowledge the positive work that is going on but there is a need for greater transparency. We are not sure how much of the €35 million ring-fenced for mental health services in 2012 was spent on these services. This sector should not have to pick up the bill for the overspend in other HSE sectors. I would like the HSE to spell out accurately where the €35 million is being spent annually.

How many people have been transferred from residential institutions and residential care to community care? That was recommended in the 1984 report. How much progress has been made on that? Last night, there was a meeting with HSE officials about the new primary care centre planned for Summerhill in the north inner city and I would like to acknowledge the commitment to mental services in this proposed centre.

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