Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)

Statistics revealed this week are troubling, as they highlight the fact that the HSE western area has the fewest children in care, yet the most children on its list of welfare concerns. This seems to be a contradiction in terms.

The circumstances of this case cannot be allowed to be repeated. For this reason, an independent investigation must be conducted without further delay, not in six months time as the Minister of State intimated last night. I commend the motion to the House.

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