The Children First: National Guidelines for the Protection and Welfare of Children were
first introduced in 1999.The Children First national guidelines have been amended and updated to reflect
progress made since 1999 in relation to legislation, policy direction, service
developments and organisational restructuring. These national guidelines need to be
applied consistently by all organisations that provide services to children. They are
intended to support and guide health professionals, members of An Garda Síochána,
teachers and the many people in sporting, cultural, community and voluntary
organisations who come in regular contact with children.
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