Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

From my knowledge of cases, I am aware that there is an inordinate delay in a joined-up response to the needs of victims. That is compounding a pain and hurt that is already inflicted. The earliest possible first responders here, that is, gardaí, are in a position to set in train the particular supports necessary and to which others would respond. The earliest possible response is the preferred one by far. Relevant cases came to mind while I listened to Deputies articulate their positions, with which I can easily empathise. Do Deputies Clare Daly or Jonathan O'Brien wish to respond to the Minister of State?