Jillian van Turnhout (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I wish to clarify one thing and ensure there is no misunderstanding on what I said with regard to the special rapporteur on child protection. I do not expect the Department to accept a report and take on board all the recommendations. I have a specific question. When the Minister came to his decision not to act, had he or his officials consulted with the special rapporteur on child protection, given the extensive consultations he had undertaken? I do not expect an answer now. However, given that the Minister is undertaking a review, I would have thought it would make sense to consult with the special rapporteur.