Aodhán Ó Ríordáin (Dublin Bay North, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I want to raise the issue of St. Michael’s House. I have become aware of a letter sent to families of those referred to St. Michael's house on 27 June telling them that they have no resources available to accept the referrals. As can be imagined, we are dealing with some of the most vulnerable individuals possible. Their families are distraught and bereft as a result of receiving this communication, which was sent last week. I am meeting a number of these families tomorrow to see if we can find a way forward. Staff at St. Michael’s have pointed out quite a number of issues they face on a day-to-day basis. The families do not know what to do next. I ask the Taoiseach for a commitment that he will work with me and the families to find some solutions to this in order that we do not let these most vulnerable individuals and their families down.

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