Mr. Jim Gibson:

If Tusla makes a connection with An Garda Síochána with regard to a historical allegation we would make every attempt to discuss that matter with the person against whom the allegation has been made. That is set down in our policies and procedure. If there is an immediate risk of significant harm to a child, we would take steps which ensure and enshrine that the child is paramount to everything we do. Our priority in the first instance is to protect that child but we would also then engage with that person.