'Unacceptable delays' in examination of digital devices in child abuse investigations despite calls for 'urgent review'

There are “unacceptable delays” in the examination of digital devices in child abuse investigations, despite calls for an “urgent review” of the area more than three years ago, according to the Garda Inspectorate.

The inspectorate found that 274 (25%) of child protection cases are awaiting examination, including 95 from 2011-2013.

In a major 256-page report, the inspectorate also said: