Statement on Decision in Giraffe Childcare Prosecution

In response to today’s decision of the District Court, Gordon Jeyes, Chief Executive of Tusla – Child and Family Agency, says:

“Tusla remains committed to ensuring that Early Years service providers live up to required standards through inspections; by giving parents the information they need to be vigilant about their children’s care; and by investigating complaints; and where necessary, through prosecutions.

“With specific reference to the substance of today’s court case, it is my understanding that sections 82 and 88 of the Child and Family Agency Act 2013 confer all the necessary powers to the Agency to allow it to carry out its functions fully.   I have asked the Tusla legal office to have today’s decision reviewed as a matter of urgency.  It is imperative that Tusla has at its disposal all legitimate powers to protect the rights of children and, where it feels such rights have been impinged, it is critical that Tusla has recourse to the law to address these matters.”

-ENDS-

Further information:

Sharon Waters                      087 6348 373