Jim Daly (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I assure the Cathaoirleach that I will be brief. Yes, I can assure parents. Parenting is very difficult and we, as parents and practising politicians, understand the stresses and strains involved. I am very confident that the review group is making significant progress in this area. There is a keen focus on the area at HSE management level. The solution includes funding and the organisation of structures within the existing services. I cannot give the Senator a cast-iron assurance that parents will not have to wait months for the services. I am hopeful and confident that numbers will continue to decrease and that we will see more positive news on this area in the future.

Again, I thank the Senator for raising the matter and welcome the opportunity to focus on the matter.