Our Child Safeguarding Statement has been developed in line with the Children First Act 2015, Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017), and TUSLA’s Child Safeguarding: A Guide for Policy, Procedure and Practice. This statement sets out our commitment to child safeguarding, including the principles, procedures, and reporting mechanisms we follow.
In addition, our Policy for the Protection and Safeguarding of Children outlines the mandatory policies and procedures adopted by the Council to ensure the protection and welfare of children, in full compliance with the Children First Act 2015 and the Children First National Guidance (2017).
Designated Child Protection Liaison Officer
Galway City Council’s Designated Child Protection Liaison Officer is Catherine Fahy. Contact the Designated Child Protection Liaison Officer by phone at 091 536 6509, or by email to catherine.fahy@galwaycity.ie.