Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 May 2018
568. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if discussions have taken place in terms of synchronising or streamlining the contact between Garda and Tusla divisions in relation to dealing with cases of child abuse in view of the recommendation by the Garda Síochána Inspectorate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23655/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Children First Joint Working Protocol for An Garda Síochána/Tusla- Child and Family Agency Liaison was published earlier this year to reflect the provisions in the new Children First Act 2015. The protocol covers respective responsibilities in key areas including:
- Notifications of suspected abuse between both agencies
- Role and function of each Agency
- Confidentiality and information sharing
- On-going case management liaison
- Liaison management structures and meetings
Section 10 of the protocol outlines the structures and arrangements for liaison between An Garda Síochána and Tusla at Local Area office and Garda district levels as well as the national structures that are in place. The protocol is available on Tusla’s website at www.tusla.ie.
