Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 February 2023
428. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth his plans to develop a national strategy for supporting children affected by parental imprisonment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6745/23]
View answerMy Department is not considering the development of a national strategy for supporting children affected by parental imprisonment at this time. Tusla, the Child and Family Agency, provides family support services to children and families in a range of different circumstances. These services offer advice and support to families. This includes family support workers, social workers, youth workers, family resource centres, support groups and counselling services.
