Tusla to review outcomes of inquest into Daniel McAnaspie's death
The State agency responsible for child protection and welfare Tusla has said that it will now review the outcomes of the inquest into the death of Daniel McAnaspie.
It comes after the jury at the inquest into the death of the teenager, who was in the care of the State when he was murdered over 15 years ago, recommended the State carry out an urgent review of its approach to child protection and welfare.
In a statement today, Tusla said that it would work with all stakeholders to implement any changes recommended to further strengthen and improve its services.
The agency said it again offered its deepest condolences to those who were closest to Daniel McAnaspie.
Tusla said that there are currently 14 young people in Special Care (0.2% of all young people in care), across three Special Care Units.
In a statement it said that there are currently 4 young people who are the subject of a High Court Order and are awaiting a placement in Special Care.
It said that for these young people, they are currently unable to fully meet their statutory obligations regarding Special Care, and they share the concern this causes for the High Court, for professionals involved in the care of these young people, and most importantly, for the young people themselves and their families.
It said that while awaiting placement in Special Care, these young people are supported in alternative care settings.
It said some progress in recent weeks will assist in increasing its Special Care capacity to 16 beds by the end of May 2025.
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