Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Frances Fitzgerald TD, has officially opened a new youth facility, called YPOD in Aungier St.  YPOD is a joint initiative between City of Dublin YMCA and the neighbouring Carmelite Centre. The facility will allow for the expansion of City of Dublin's youth programmes in the area. The Minister acknowledged the contribution both organisations have made over many years to the local community. In her remarks she also emphasised the importance of collaborative working and sharing of resources between organisations at this difficult time.