Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2010
1112 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Law Reform the current position regarding the follow-up in the case of support or assistance following alleged child abuse in the family of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; when this urgent matter is likely to be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32722/10]
View answerI am informed by the Garda authorities that the matter referred to by the Deputy was investigated and a file sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), who directed that there be no criminal prosecution. The mother of the child referred to has been informed of the DPP's decision. I am further informed that the Health Service Executive was notified at the outset of the investigation in accordance with the Children First Guidelines and contact with it will continue.
