Child Sexual Assault Treatment Unit
A permanent settlement has been reached in a dispute which saw Galway’s, and the country's only 24 hour Child and Adolescent Sexual Assault Treatment Unit temporarily close. Welcoming the announcement, Deputy Hildegarde Naughton, T.D. for Galway West – South Mayo stated “I am very happy to see that talks Show
Mental Health and Councelling
A National Taskforce on Youth Mental Health and Counseling has been established. It teaches resilience, coping mechanisms, greater awareness to children and young people, and how to access support services voluntarily at a young age. Click here for more information. Youth Work Ireland Galway offers a free counseling service for Show
Budget 2018 Main Points
Housing €1.83 billion for housing in 2018 3,800 new social houses will be built next year by local authorities and approved housing bodies Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Scheme increased by €149 million in 2018 Funding for homeless services will increase by €18 million to over €116 million in 2018 Show