Thanks to Kevin Mahoney for publishing the statistics highlighting the infrequent appointment of a child advocate (May 7).

The low numbers further emphasise the issue relating to gaps in access to justice for children. News of the eventual appointment of more child advocates is most welcome, even if they are only to be appointed on a part-time basis.

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