The scoping report presented to Cabinet revealed harrowing findings about the extensive sexual abuse that occurred in various religious-run schools, shocking ministers at the reality of the situation.
Taoiseach Simon Harris emphasized that survivors of abuse will be informed first about subsequent actions the Government will take regarding any statutory inquiry into these grave allegations.
Evidence suggests that many clergy had committed crimes against vulnerable individuals in multiple institutions, illustrating a widespread culture of abuse across various Catholic-run schools.
While many accused abusers have passed away, the investigation may uncover a much larger issue of systemic sexual abuse beyond what has already been widely reported.
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