An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
Dail Éireann — 2020-07-21
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Mark Ward (SF), Dublin Mid-West

The programme for Government contains a commitment to: "Progress the National Clinical Programme for Dual Diagnosis and work to develop joint protocols and referral pathways." In addition, Sharing the Vision states "an individual with an addiction has a right to access relevant mental health supports". Will the Taoiseach indicate if the policy outlined in both documents relates to non-governmental organisations that receive financial support from the Government to provide mental health supports? Will non-governmental organisations such as Pieta House be instructed to provide a mental health service to individuals irrespective of whether they have addiction or substance-misuse issues, to ensure there is no wrong door when it comes to dual diagnosis?

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Sitting date: 2020-07-21