2026-05-20
1 official
Politician(s) lobbied: Norma Foley (Minister), Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth
Intent: SCI would also like to highlight the use of Special Emergency Arrangements (SEAs), something our members do not endorse. While such measures may be used in exceptional circumstances, their continued and routine reliance reflects a system under strain and raises serious concerns about the safety and quality of care provided to some of the most vulnerable children in the country. ::1. Recruitment practices & Team Structures in special care settingsConcerns regarding the hiring of staff who are not registered with CORU, and the potential implications for professional standards and accountability.::2. Training and preparedness of graduatesQuestions around the readiness of graduates from the TUSLA-linked training pathway to safely manage the complex, sensitive, and high-risk environments within Special Care. ::3 Impact on workforce and childrenThe combined effect of these issues on Social Care Workers’ capacity to deliver safe, consistent care, and the potential risks posed to vulnerable ch
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Special Emergency Arrangement for Children in Care