Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Independent)

I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to raise a matter of national importance, namely, that there is no obligation on any State authority to inform the victims of the former national Olympic swimming coach of his imminent release from prison, together with the lack of consideration, concern and preparation for the impact his release will have on those who suffered horrific abuse as children. I am seeking that time be set aside to debate this important matter together with how to deal with the long delay in securing any monetary compensation for the victims.

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