The Roma family whose 7-year-old girl was taken into care say they are "absolutely delighted" that DNA tests have proven she is their daughter.
In a statement, the family's solicitor says they do not believe what heppened to their family since Monday should ever have happened.
Meanwhile a 2-year-old boy who was taken from his Roma family in Athlone in Co Westmeath has been reunited with them.
Our News Correspondent Fergal O'Brien reports
In the last hour, the Gardaí have released a statement saying they want to assure the public they take extremely serious all reports from the public concering child welfare.
They say that in all cases immediate steps are taken to protect the welfare of the child in accordance with the law.
Meanwhile, Travellers and Roma group Pavee Point has called for an independent inquiry.
Martin Collins is a spokesperson for the group.
