Gerry Adams (Louth, Sinn Fein)

I have two questions for the Taoiseach, the first of which relates to reports that the religious orders have only handed over a fraction of the agreed amount of compensation in respect of abuse committed by their members. Tá mé ag lorg eolais faoi sin. An bhféadfadh an Taoiseach a rá leis an Teach an stádas a bhaineann leis seo ag an mbomaite?

Second, has the Taoiseach discussed with the representatives of the Church of Ireland the demands for an investigation into the Bethany House scandal? The Taoiseach will be aware that former residents have criticised the Government - I agree with them - for excluding them from investigation. These people have a right to be treated as any other survivors or victims of institutional abuse. I ask that the Taoiseach seize the opportunity to right a huge wrong and that he reconsider the Government's decision and ensure that former residents of Bethany House are given the inquiry they deserve and that he deal with the representatives of the Church of Ireland on this issue.

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