Aengus Ó Snodaigh (Dublin South Central, Sinn Fein)

Is the Minister aware of the other proposals made in regard to this issue to ensure proceedings are not a deterrent to children such as the use of screens around witness boxes, giving evidence via a live link, the removal of wigs and gowns, the absence of members of the public while evidence is given, the use of communication aids and an examination through an intermediary? Some of these suggestions were presented to the Oireachtas joint committee dealing with child protection. Will the Minister make the necessary provisions or encourage the Courts Service to implement these recommendations?

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