Question 1

What does the Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Courts can restrict or remove guardianship from someone convicted of murdering or manslaughtering another guardian, if it protects the child's safety and alternative care is arranged. Courts can restrict or remove guardianship from someone convicted of a serious offence (10+ years imprisonment) against another guardian, if it harmed the child's welfare and care changed. Child and Family Agency must apply within 6 months of conviction; court can review orders if conviction is quashed or child's circumstances significantly change.

Question 2

What stage is the Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 1 Jul 2026, the Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026 is at Fifth Stage in 27th Seanad. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026 was sponsored by Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, and was introduced on 15 May 2026.

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