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Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 810. To ask the Minister for Health if there is a model of care for ADHD; for an update on its implementation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35323/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Policy (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 811. To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 5 of 1 June 2023, what recommendations have come out of the roundtable discussions on youth mental health; the plans to implement these recommendations; which stakeholders were involved in the process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35324/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 812. To ask the Minister for Health the number of young people referred to CAMHS, by CHO area, in 2020, 2021, 2022 and to date in 2023; the number of referrals accepted and refused; the reason for refusal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35325/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Funding (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 813. To ask the Minister for Health the funding allocated to implementing Sharing the Vision in 2020, 2021, 2022 and to-date in 2023; the estimated funding cost to fully implement the measures in Sharing the Vision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35326/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 814. To ask the Minister for Health for a breakdown of the new funding allocated to Sharing the Vision in the National Service Plan 2023; where this funding will be directed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35327/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 815. To ask the Minister for Health for an update on the differences between money allocated for mental health in Budget 2023 and the National Service Plan 2023; the reason for any differences; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35328/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 816. To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 665 of 30 May 2023, for a breakdown of the funding for new measures in mental health services; what this funding will be spent on; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35329/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 817. To ask the Minister for Health for an update on primary care psychology waiting lists, by CHO and by age, for the years 2020 to 2022 and to date in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35330/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (13 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 818. To ask the Minister for Health for an update on the appointment of the national youth mental health lead; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35332/23]

Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages (12 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: It is very important that we include public consultation in this from the beginning and make a requirement which serves several purposes. It first ensures that people know what the rules are and that they know the law. This is a chance for the people to understand how An Garda operates and for them to feed into consultation. I accept that the Bill states: (i) the Minister; (ii) the...

Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages (12 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: The Minister herself has said that this legislation is very new. It is new for An Garda, for the public and for ourselves in here. As much awareness as we can get out there - I take the Minister's word on it - and an awareness campaign would be very beneficial for the general public. As Deputy Howlin said, what is the harm in having an information campaign within the legislation.

European Council Meeting: Statements, Questions and Answers (12 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: Two weeks ago, during the pre-European Council statements, six Opposition Deputies raised the situation in Palestine and in his closing remarks, the Minister of State did not mention Palestine once. He completely ignored six Opposition Deputies. Will he do the same today in his closing remarks? Will he just stick to the script? I just listened to Deputy Haughey. The Government is...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Naturalisation Applications (12 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 169. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if cases for naturalisation of a minor are quicker in the event that both parents have become Irish citizens; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35504/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Centres (12 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 281. To ask the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 118 and 119 of 19 April 2023, for an update on the acquisition of the site for the primary care centre in Collinstown, Clondalkin, Dublin 22; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34749/23]

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Prison Service (11 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 52. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality what plans are in place to address the long waiting-list for people in prison to access psychology services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33990/23]

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Prison Service (11 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: Mental health and addiction issues are all too common in the prison population. Information I received from the Department of Justice indicates there are 2,259 people in prison waiting up to two and a half years for mental health treatment. What plans are in place to address the long waiting lists for people in prison to access psychology services?

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Prison Service (11 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: There is a high rate of recidivism among people who leave the prison system. Although I agree with the Minister of State that we need to break the cycle, we need to put treatment plans in place for people while they are in prison. Mental health and addiction are always problematic and prominent. It is imperative that people get the help they need while they are in prison. It would lead to...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Prison Service (11 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: In the context of referrals into psychology, people in prison are suffering from a multitude of conditions, including mood and anxiety disorder, neurotic and stress-related disorders, disorders of personality and behaviour, complex and other post-traumatic stress disorder, self-harm, suicidal behaviour, substance use, eating disorders, psychosis, schizophrenia, addiction, dementia, cognitive...

Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: Sinn Féin supports this legislation. People deserve unhindered access to abortion healthcare services. This is not a new issue. In fact, Sinn Féin's Senator Paul Gavan was the primary sponsor of a similar safe access zone Bill drafted in conjunction with the Together for Safety group. This Bill passed every Stage in the Seanad, but as we have seen before with other Opposition...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (11 Jul 2023)

Mark Ward: 308. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills what options are available for a person (details supplied) who has applied to schools for a place in an ASD class for their son; the options available to them if they are not accepted; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34307/23]