1032. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the status of discussions regarding the establishment of a transition task force or an alternative version by which a multi-departmental forum considers the needs of children and young persons as Ireland transitions out of Covid-19 restrictions and other issues affecting this cohort of the population; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9444/20]

Officials in my Department are currently compiling the information as requested by the Deputy. This information will be supplied to the Deputy in no later than 10 working days. I have asked my officials to follow up on this to ensure delivery as a matter of urgency.