The main thematic chapter covered in the report is an examination of Tusla’s use of residential care, particularly private residential care, as a mode of alternative care. The report contains a review of progress on issues raised and recommendations made in the previous reports submitted during Professor O’Mahony’s term and a reflection on the role. The report also considers the findings of relevant reports of national and international bodies, as well as developments in international law, national court decisions and academic research published during the reporting period.