Aidan Farrelly
Ceist:798. Deputy Aidan Farrelly asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality her plans to initiate a periodic critical review of Tusla; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45494/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 16 June 2026
Ceisteanna (798)
Freagraí scríofa
Thank you Deputy for your question.
Tulsa’s role is to support and promote the development, welfare, education, and protection of children and young people. It is an organisation that operates in a very challenging and demand led environment, providing vital services to children, young people, and families during difficult times in their lives and sometimes involving very complex needs.
Tusla activity is already subject to extensive external review in relation to service provision, by regulatory authorities including the Ombudsman, Children's Ombudsman, Comptroller and Auditor General and the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and the independent National Review Panel.
I have no plans currently, to initiate a periodic critical review of Tusla. That said, this Department keeps the governance and oversight of Tusla under ongoing review. It has established processes in place so that it is assured that Tusla's actions are aligned with the priorities and the Minister's goals as set out in the Department’s Statement of Strategy.