Mary Lou McDonald (Dublin Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I raise the matter of the Tuam mother and baby home and the statement which is expected from the Minister, Deputy Zappone. I understand that last night the Taoiseach met three survivor representatives but that no survivor from the Tuam mother and baby home was present. I want to tell the Taoiseach, in case he is unaware, that this has caused some hurt and disappointment.

This morning, survivors awoke to the headlines that the Cabinet will make a decision on the Tuam site and that the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs would brief groups before an announcement was made. I have had countless calls telling me that no such contact has been made. Will the Taoiseach clarify when the survivor groups will be briefed on the Cabinet's decision, if the Minister will make a statement about the future of the Tuam site to the Dáil and at what time? Will Members of this House be given an opportunity to question the Minister on the Cabinet decision?

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