Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2019

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• Expands role and powers of guardians ad litem (independent representatives for children in court cases) under child care law.
• Amends five related Acts to align vetting, child protection, and mental health procedures; removes outdated provisions from 1991 and 2011 Acts.
• Increases Child and Family Agency Board membership to improve governance of Ireland's child welfare authority.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 32nd Dáil

   8 Aug 2019
2. Second Stage 32nd Dáil

   18 Sep 2019
3. Committee Stage 32nd Dáil

   19 Sep 2019