Mother and Baby Homes
Seanad Éireann — 2024-06-11
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Lynn Ruane (IND), University of Dublin

The final part is the most important part there. The groups involved felt their analysis had been done and then there had been radio silence rather than a response to it. The insight that those with the expertise required to review the findings are currently reviewing them is helpful. Will the Minister of State relay to the Minister, Deputy O'Gorman, that it might be helpful if he gave an updated timeline to the survivor groups in order that they are not waiting for information? Waiting has played a huge role for anyone who experienced institutionalisation in Ireland. They always seem to be waiting for something, whether it is redress, answers or justice. Where there is space to provide them with adequate information on the steps being taken, we should use that and communicate effectively with the groups. Will the Minister of State relay to the relevant Minister that he should update the groups on the plan and timeline of the review?

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Sitting date: 2024-06-11