Clare Daly (Dublin Fingal, Independent)
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263. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the stage the process is at in the report of the commission of inquiry that was handed in on 16 September 2016; her views regarding the completion timeline of the report; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35419/16]

Katherine Zappone (Dublin South West, Independent)
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As I recently advised the Deputy, I have met with the three members of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes to discuss the submitted Second Interim Report and the general progress being made with the investigation.

Given the scope of the Commission's work a number of topics in the Report extend beyond the remit of the Department of Children and Youth Affairs. For this reason, it has been necessary to consult with my cabinet colleagues and the Attorney General on these issues. In addition, I have sought additional information from the Commission to assist in these deliberations.

It is my intention to publish the Report in conjunction with Government's response to the findings of the Report. I hope to conclude this process as quickly as possible and I will ensure the publication arrangements are notified directly to the various advocacy groups representing former residents and their families.