Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 July 2026
590. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the estimated annual cost of increasing the funding to promote and assist the development of support services to victims of crime by 10%. [51453/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraEach year, my Department provides funding to organisations that deliver support services to victims of crime. Under Budget 2026, €3.8 million was allocated to 10 specialist victim support organisations. In addition, a further €480,000 was allocated to meet existing commitments under prior funding agreements for training, research and advocacy for victims of crime.
The organisations funded include general victim support services, specialist organisations supporting particular categories of victims, and organisations providing dedicated services to victims of human trafficking. This funding supports the provision and development of services for victims of crime, including information on victims' rights, practical and emotional support, court accompaniment, advocacy and referral to other appropriate services.
A 10% increase in the 2026 allocation of €3.8 million would amount to an additional €380,000 per annum, bringing the total allocation to €4.18 million.
However, this figure is an illustrative estimate only. Annual allocations under the Victims of Crime Fund are determined through the Estimates and Budget process and are subject to the availability of resources, Government priorities, existing funding commitments and the assessment of funding applications received. Accordingly, the level of funding allocated in any given year may be higher or lower than the illustrative amount set out above.
