Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein)

On the first matter, the Taoiseach indicated that he has not raised the issue of the girls and women who were confined within the so-called Magdalene laundries under the control of a number of religious bodies. Will he undertake to the House to raise this matter, as it is of grave concern? The survivors of the experience have been calling for a full public inquiry. As I have indicated, the IHRC has voiced its support for the establishment of such an inquiry. Will the Taoiseach indicate to the House what his personal views and intentions are in respect of this matter?

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