Guardianship of Infants and Child Care (Amendment) Bill 2026: From the Seanad
Dail Éireann — 2026-07-15
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Jim O'Callaghan (FF), Dublin Bay South

The policy intention behind the new section 12G is that the proceedings to which it refers will be heard primarily in the District Court. When the relevant provisions of the Family Courts Act 2024 are commenced, these proceedings will be heard in the family district court. The intention is the same as in the Bill as initiated, but I am advised that this form of words will better accomplish the goal.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-15