Aodhán Ó Ríordáin (Dublin North Central, Labour) | Oireachtas source

Officers will always err on the side of caution with children in age assessments, as they must because of the constitutional amendment passed and supported by all sides of this House. The issue with these amendments is that they risk adults claiming they are under 18. We have accepted Senator van Turnhout's advice on ensuring a second opinion is required and, if there is any doubt at all, the Child and Family Agency - Tusla intervenes. The officer has to err on the side of caution if there is any doubt in regard to the age of the applicant.

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