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Dáil
‹ Order of Business

Family relationships and children Bill

Summary

Brian Walsh asked when the family relationships and children Bill, covering guardianship, custody and access, would be published, noting the disclosures in Tuam. The Taoiseach said it should appear during the current session after pre-legislative consultation.

When does the Taoiseach expect the publication of the family relationships and children Bill which will, among other matters, deal with guardianship, custody and access to children. The most recent disclosures in Tuam, County Galway, highlight the importance of this legislation.

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Enda Kenny The Taoiseach Fine Gael

It should be in this session. It has been approved for pre-legislative hearings and consultations.

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