Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I refer the Deputy to the resolution already agreed by this House regarding mother and baby homes, the arrangements for the burial of children, the need to document fully and accurately the history of these homes and other issues that have arisen, a number of which have appropriately been mentioned by the Deputy. I refer specifically to infant mortality rates, irregular adoptions both within this jurisdiction and beyond our shores, the issue of clinical trials, the North-South dimension and the matter of anatomical research.

I am committed to taking the most appropriate approach to establish the truth in respect of these deeply tragic and disturbing events. It is my intention to bring a resolution before both Houses prior to 17 July to facilitate the making of an order that will formally establish the commission. It is my earnest wish that the support of Dáil Éireann and Seanad Éireann can lead to a conclusion of these matters with the commission and embark on the investigation of matters of great priority at an early date.

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