Ann Phelan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Labour) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy has answered some of his own questions and has acknowledged that extensive discussions are taking place on this issue.

The Health Service Executive has confirmed that all young people and their families will be notified by the end of June of the placement that will be available to them from September. While I accept this is a concerning time for all involved, I hope the Deputy can wait until the end of June to see the outcome of this. The HSE is providing alternative respite services such as breakaway and host family respite to address the demand for residential respite. Progress has been made in the area and I implore the Deputy to wait until the end of June. I will convey his concerns to the Minster of State who strives hard to deliver in this area.

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