If You are Worried About a Child’s Safety Now

You can report child sexual abuse to the Gardaí by phone at any time, day or night.

Freephone:1800 555 222

You can also contact Tusla if you have a concern about child sexual abuse. If you believe that a child may currently be at risk of harm, you should report your concern to Tusla.

You can discuss your concerns or make a report through one of Tusla’s dedicated contact points. Reports can be made in person, by telephone, or in writing. Find the contact details for your local social work department on the Tusla website.

Tusla has also established a dedicated helpline for people engaging with the Commission who have concerns about the current or future safety of a child. You can contact the helpline on 1800 536 836 to arrange to speak with a social worker.