The Policing Board was told an investigation into the incident in Damascus Street is ongoing.

The building was unoccupied at the time and no injuries were reported.

Gardaí said the scene is currently being preserved for technical examination and investigations are ongoing.

The vehicle was entirely funded by the Department of Housing.

Shortly before 1.30am on Sunday, gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the fire

The child has been transferred to the care of the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service.