Joan Freeman (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I do not mean to shoot the messenger but I must say that my eyes glazed as the Minister of State was speaking. I know she is reading the answer given to her by the other Minister of State. I have heard it all before. It is sad that I have come to realise that the Minister of State, Deputy McEntee, has gone to the same school of language that this Government and the HSE have gone to. They have learned beautifully and effectively to fudge, placate and talk in circles. Every time I ask a question I hear that nonsense, and it is nonsense. I am asking three very simple questions. I left my house this morning at 7.30 a.m. to be in here on time and to be prepared. I expected to meet the Minister of State, Deputy McEntee. As usual, I have seen the kicking of the can down the street and fudging of the real issues.

I want an answer to those three questions. What will the Minister of State do to prevent another 100 children entering adult psychiatric units this year? What will she do about facilitating a meeting between the public and private sector to erase all this? How was the money spent last year and how does the Minister of State intend to spend the €15 million this year? I want that said to her as soon as possible.