The 'Onehouse' in Galway brings together all the necessary medical, therapeutic and policing services for children in one location.

According to details released under the Freedom of Information Act, 22 cases have been directed to go to court this year.

Harmful sexualised behaviour in children ‘significant and disturbing’

Issues raised over lack of forensic examination units nationwide

The State’s national body tasked with developing services for victims of child sexual abuse has not met since October 2016.

A charity helping children who have been sexually abused has said that the delay victims face in accessing therapy is unacceptable.

Sexually abused children and their families are being subjected to “additional trauma” by having to wait an estimated five years before their court case is completed, according to a national therapy service, Cari.

Sexually abused children and their families are being subjected to “additional trauma” by having to wait an estimated five years before their court case is completed, according to a national therapy service, Cari.

Cormac O'Keefe examines the lack of sexual assault treatment units and the need for more sexual health and aftercare services nationwide.