26.—(1) The Director may invite any victim whose views in relation to the child’s criminal 1 [ or anti-social ] behaviour have been considered pursuant to section 23(4) to be present at the administration of a formal caution.

(2) Where any victim is so present, there shall be a discussion among those present about the child’s criminal 1 [ or anti-social ] behaviour.

(3) The member of the Garda Síochána administering the formal caution may invite the child—

( a) to apologise, whether orally or in writing or both, to the victim, and

( b) where appropriate, to make financial or other reparation to him or her.