RCNI Press Release - 28 October 2010

Fiona Neary, RCNI Director said, ‘This expert report reveals systemic flaws in the state’s handling of child protection - the consequence of which was serious abuse and neglect. Whilst welcoming the apology by the HSE it is essential for children in Ireland that the recommendations in this report are fully implemented. The audit of cases of child neglect currently in the HSE system is urgently required, as is the nomination and adequate resourcing of the office of the National Director for Child and Family Services with the remit set out in this report. This national director office is central to the delivery of best practice in child protection – where the voices of children are valued and heard.

‘Can we be confident that we have a system which is fit for purpose when the voices of children are denied within the very practice of child protection?

‘The expertise of the Inquiry team is apparent in the detailed recommendations, which recognise the challenges of delivering child protection.’



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