Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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824. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the number of persons that have given evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes confidential committee; the number of persons that have given evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes investigation committee; the number of persons that have been refused an opportunity to give evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes; the number of persons that have given evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes confidential committee and that have subsequently been invited to a hearing at the commission’s investigation committee; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10278/17]

Katherine Zappone (Dublin South West, Independent)
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In accordance with section 9 of the Commissions of Investigation Act 2004, it is essential to recognise that the Commission is independent in the performance of its functions. Therefore, I do not have access to the information sought by the Deputy. The engagement with witnesses is a matter for the Commission to manage and progress and I do not have any role or influence in this regard.

The Deputy may wish to contact the Commission directly at info@mbhcoi.ieor on the confidential free phone number at 1800-80-66-88.