Galway TD says childrens waiting list for social workers is shocking

Galway Bay fm newsroom - A Galway TD says the latest childrens' waiting list for social workers is shocking

New figures show almost 6,000 children are waiting to see a social worker.

According to Tusla, 949 are regarded as 'high-priority' cases.

A total of 600 children in state care are waiting for a social worker to be assigned to them.

Fianna Fáil's spokesperson for children and Galway East TD Anne Rabbitte, says the figures are very concerning - to hear more tune in to Galway Bay fm news on the hour...