Clare Daly (Dublin Fingal, Independent)
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896. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs when Ireland will ratify the second optional protocol of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. [12323/18]

Katherine Zappone (Dublin South West, Independent)
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I am determined to ensure that Ireland ratifies the Second Optional Protocol on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography at the earliest possible date. As noted in my previous reply to the Deputy, my Department is currently working with the Department of Justice and Equality to ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place to fully comply with the provisions of the Second Optional Protocol.  The preparation process is progressing well and I expect it to be concluded later this year.