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366 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of annual cases of physical abuse against children; the most recent statistical data relating to these instances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17889/02]
367 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of annual cases of sexual abuse against children; the most recent statistical data relating to these instances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17890/02]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 366 and 367 together.
I am informed by the Garda authorities that the information sought by the Deputy is not readily available and could only be obtained, within the time available, by the expenditure of a disproportionate amount of staff time and resources.
