Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour) | Oireachtas source

Returning to the issue of child and adolescent mental health, the particular case referenced by Deputy McDonald will strike concern in all of us because we know of similar cases. The ISPCC published its annual report today, the details of which I will not go into now. It makes for harrowing reading to learn that some children are waiting 18 months for referral to a child psychologist. I did not hear the Tánaiste's response to Deputy McDonald in relation to the detailed chapter in the programme in the Government which sets out when some of these actions will occur. Perhaps she will tell the House specifically when the task force on youth mental health will be set up. In that regard, the Tánaiste referenced something that will happen next week. What specifically will happen next week and, as the Dáil will not be in session then, how will people be brought up to speed in that regard?

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