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Seanad: Commission of Investigation Announcement on Tuam Mother and Baby Home: Statements (9 Mar 2017)

Katherine Zappone: ...us that it can take time to shine a light on dark periods of our history. The truth is hidden, sometimes in plain sight. It takes the brave testimony of survivors, long studies by historians and the dogged determination of investigative journalists to bring a spotlight to events which were previously only whispered about, in this case for generations. It is now almost one week since the...

Seanad: Commission of Investigation Announcement on Tuam Mother and Baby Home: Statements (9 Mar 2017)

Katherine Zappone: ...my beloved Seanad. It is right they should come here to hear this debate. I spoke on this in the Dáil earlier but this House offers the opportunity to reflect with depth, commitment, experience and the search for truth those in the Gallery have been listening to this afternoon along with me. All Members are attempting to respond publicly and in the context of their position as...

Commission of Investigation Announcement on Tuam Mother and Baby Home: Statements (9 Mar 2017)

Katherine Zappone: ...it can take time to shine a light on dark periods of our history. The truth is hidden; sometimes it is hidden in plain sight. It takes the brave testimony of survivors, long studies by historians and the dogged determination of investigative journalists to bring a spotlight to events which were previously only whispered about, in this case for generations. It is now almost a week...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (28 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: The Mother and Baby Homes Commission of Investigation was established by Government in 2015 with office accommodation provided in 73 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2. The building had previously accommodated a public health body but was empty prior to the Commission's tenancy. I am advised that the floor coverings in the building were aged and in poor condition generally. Wear and tear to...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (28 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: At the outset it is important to state that the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes (and certain related Matters) is independent in the conduct of its investigations. Therefore, the advertising strategy is a matter for the Commission to decide and I do not have any role or influence in this regard. The Commission has written to a range of Irish groups in the UK and the...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (28 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: At the outset it is important to state that the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes (and certain related Matters) is independent in the conduct of its investigations. Therefore, the advertising strategy is a matter for the Commission to decide and I do not have any role or influence in this regard. The Commission has written to a range of Irish groups in the UK and the...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Commissions of Investigation (23 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: In accordance with section 9 of the Commissions of Investigation Act 2004, it is essential to recognise that the Commission of Investigation (Mother and Baby Homes and certain related Matters) is independent in the performance of its functions. The preparation of draft reports is a matter for the Commission and I do not have any role or influence in this regard. The Commission is tasked...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (23 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: I propose to take Questions Nos. 440 to 442, inclusive, together. It is my intention to publish the Second Interim Report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes in conjunction with the Government's response to the Report. Given the broad scope of the Commission's work a number of issues in the Report extend beyond the remit of the Department of Children and Youth...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Commissions of Investigation (22 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: I propose to take Questions Nos. 276 to 278, inclusive, and 281 together. At the outset it is important to state that the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes (and certain related Matters) is independent in the conduct of its investigations. Therefore, the advertising strategy is a matter for the Commission to decide and I do not have any role or influence in this...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (21 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: As I have previously confirmed, it is my intention to publish the Second Interim Report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby homes. Given the broad scope of the Commission's work a number of issues in the Report extend beyond the remit of the Department of Children and Youth Affairs. Therefore, it has been necessary for me to consult with Cabinet colleagues and the...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: I propose to take Questions Nos. 55 and 66 together. As I have previously outlined to the House, it is my intention to publish the Second Interim Report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes in conjunction with the Government's response to the Report. Given the broad scope of the Commission's work a number of issues in the Report extend beyond the remit of the...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: The Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes and certain related matters was established by Government Order on the 17th February 2015. In accordance with its comprehensive Terms of Reference, the Commission is tasked with thoroughly examining the experience of mothers and children resident in 14 named Mother and Baby Homes and a representative sample of County Homes. ...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: I recognise the importance and value of memorials for former residents of mother and baby homes and their families. A number of advocacy groups have made representations to me seeking support for the provision of such memorials. I believe it is appropriate that their experiences would be publicly acknowledged in this way. I am also aware of the positive indications of my predecessor as...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Public Relations Contracts Data (9 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: I can inform the Deputy that the information below is from the establishment of my Department in June 2011. I am requesting the bodies under the aegis of my Department, namely, the Child and Family Agency, the Adoption Authority of Ireland, Oberstown Children Detention Campus and the Ombudsman for Children's Office to provide the relevant information to the Deputy. Photography Costs for...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Commissions of Inquiry (8 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: ...out in the following table. Commissions of Investigation Name Date of Establishment Cost to Date:(to 06/02/2017) Expected Date of Conclusion Estimated Final Cost 1 Commission of Investigation (Mother and Baby Homes and Certain Related Matters) 17th of February 2015 €4.1 million. This includes set-up costs and costs incurred by DCYA in supporting the Commission The Commission is...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Commissions of Investigation (1 Feb 2017)

Katherine Zappone: The Commission of Investigation (Mother and Baby Homes and certain related Matters) is the only Commission within the remit of my Department. It was established by Government on 17th February (S.I. No. 57 of 2015) and has offices on Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 4. The investigation is ongoing and the Commission is expected to submit three reports by February 2018. Since its establishment...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Commissions of Investigation (17 Jan 2017)

Katherine Zappone: At the outset, it is important to stress that the statutory Commission of Investigation is independent in the conduct of its investigations. I am aware that the Mother and Baby Homes Commission has undertaken test excavations at the site of the Children's Burial Ground/Memorial Garden located in the Dublin Road Housing Estate, Tuam, Co. Galway. The Commission has publicly stated that a...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (17 Jan 2017)

Katherine Zappone: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1706 and 1707 together. At the outset it is important to state that the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes (and Certain related matters) is independent in its conduct. Therefore the advertising strategy is a matter for the Commission to decide and I do not have any role or influence in this regard. I am aware that the Commission of...

Other Questions: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Dec 2016)

Katherine Zappone: I am aware of the request by the group in question to remove the word "home" from the arrangements for the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes and certain related matters and to replace it with the word "institution". When the term "home" is used to describe institutions such as mother and baby homes, it may not sit easily with some given the general perception and...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Commissions of Investigation (13 Dec 2016)

Katherine Zappone: ...legal professional. By way of general advices I would encourage any person seeking information on adoption, or an incorrect registration of a birth, to contact the Adoption Authority of Ireland or the Child and Family Agency’s Community Services in the first instance. If a person believes that their birth was incorrectly registered they should inform the General Register...