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Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed): Official Engagements (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: The Bethany homes are not the subject of this question. As I stated in reply to Deputy Mac Lochlainn, the Magdalen laundries and the Bethany homes were not the subject of a discussion we had with the cardinal and the bishops. Following the publication of the McAleese report and the full-scale debate in the House, we appointed Mr. Justice Quirke to look at the findings of the report and the...

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed): Official Engagements (16 Apr 2013)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I seek greater clarity on the Bethany homes issue and the issue of the Magdalen laundries. Has the Government had any discussions on a financial contribution from the relevant religious bodies, which are responsible and which have apologised? In terms of Bethany homes, can the Taoiseach provide greater clarity on the Government's intentions in that regard?

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed): Official Engagements (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: .... The cardinal expressed his regret at the closure of Ireland's embassy to the Vatican. I indicated that the decision had been taken solely on grounds of cost and that I had noted his point. The Magdalen laundries and Bethany Home were not raised at the meeting and were not discussed. The Magdalen laundries are now being dealt with by Mr. Justice Quirke and his report will be...

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed): Official Engagements (16 Apr 2013)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: When the Taoiseach met the relevant church leaders, did he discuss the issue of the Magdalen laundries and the need for a contribution from the relevant religious orders? They have issued apologies but will there be any financial contribution? At some point there must be full redress for the women involved. I attended a deeply moving presentation given by the children of some of the women...