Garda Youth Referrals Review (17/1/19)

An examination conducted by An Garda Síochána has found that 7,894 Youth Referrals were not appropriately progressed between 2010 and 2017.

Letters will be issued to those affected between 17th January and 28th January 2019.

Anyone who feels that they may have been affected by this issue can call the Garda Youth Referrals freephone helpline on 1800 589 589 or email youthdiversion.helpdesk@garda.ie

The helpline is open now and will operate Monday to Sunday from 7am to 10pm for the next two weeks.

Opening Comments of Commissioner Harris to the Policing Authority are available at end of page.