Child in residential care needed medical attention after episode of abuse

Tusla said there were 112 incidents reported involving injuries to children in care last year where ‘first aid’ was required 

Tusla has said one child in residential care last year required medical attention after an episode of child abuse.

Responding to a Freedom of Information request, the Child and Family Agency said there were 112 incidents reported involving injuries to children in care last year where ‘first aid’ was required and separately, 68 incidents reported that required ‘medical treatment’  — an overall total of 180 incidents.