Anne Rabbitte (Galway East, Fianna Fail)
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1138. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the number of Garda division headquarters that are collaborating with Tusla in relation to dealing with cases of child abuse in view of the recommendations by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24541/18]

Katherine Zappone (Dublin South West, Independent)
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I take it that the Deputy is referring to the development of joint working relationships through Divisional Child Protection Units being established by An Garda Síochána.

I can confirm that there are currently four Divisional Child Protection Units (DCPUs) operating, one each in Cork, Louth, Blanchardstown and Clondalkin. The development of theseunits is a welcome basis for enhanced Tusla/Garda Síochána engagement.

I understand that in An Garda Síochána Policing Plan 2018, a target of an additional four DPSUs was agreed, and I am informed that it is anticipated that this target will be achieved in 2018.