183. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the amounts his Department and Tusla have has spent on guardian ad litem services, broken down by provider, in the financial years 2021 to 2023 inclusive (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40500/24]

The Deputy is seeking information in relation to an operational matter for Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. Consequently, I have referred the matter to Tusla, and requested that a direct response be provided to the Deputy.