The correct phrasing aligns with the official Department of Children, Disability and Equality name, which covers both children’s services (childcare, protection, early learning) and disability services separately—not exclusively “children with disabilities.”wikipedia+2
Here’s the redrafted article with precise terminology:
Minister Foley Announces €795M Investment Plan for Children’s Services and Disability Infrastructure 2026–2030
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley has unveiled a €795 million Sectoral Capital Plan for 2026–2030 under Ireland’s National Development Plan, targeting critical expansions in children’s services, child protection, early learning, and disability infrastructure nationwide.gov
The plan allocates:
- €278 million to double capital investment in specialist disability services, funding new residential homes, respite facilities, day services, and multi-disciplinary units in partnership with the HSE.
- €188 million for Tusla child protection, enhancing residential care, special care facilities, step-down units, and Barnahus centres.
- €188 million to boost early learning and childcare capacity via state-led projects and service upgrades.
These priorities claim over 82% of funding, with the balance supporting Oberstown Youth Detention Centre modernisation, the National Centre for Research and Remembrance for institutional abuse survivors, and children’s play facilities.gov
Foley stated the investments deliver on Programme for Government pledges, ensuring “facilities that support high-quality services and better outcomes for those who rely on them most.” Minister of State Emer Higgins highlighted how expanded disability services will “directly improve lives” through modern infrastructure.gov
Phased rollout sees disability funding rise from €43m in 2026 to €74m by 2030, with full details on gov.ie.gov
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