Seanad debates

Wednesday, 8 October 2003

Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse: Statements (Resumed).

 

On "Questions and Answers" on Monday night, Fr. Seán Healy of CORI suggested that there should be an audit of the property and assets of CORI. This will put into context the sum of €128 million agreed between the Government and the religious congregations. People have said the congregations got off lightly. Fr. Healy made clear he was not involved in the negotiations, but he spoke for many when he suggested there should be an audit. The results of a full audit could mean that the proportionate financial burden to be borne by the religious congregations may rise from what I understand is approximately 25% at present to 40% or 50%. In view of this, I hope the Government will again consult them.

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