A new Commission of Investigation has been established to address sexual abuse allegations in secondary schools, reflecting on 2,395 historical allegations involving 884 abusers across the country. Micheál Martin emphasized the examination of financial structures to retain compensation resources. The scoping inquiry revealed horrific survivor accounts, pushing for accountability from responsible parties. Additionally, religious orders have only covered 16% of owed redress costs, despite profiting from property sales totaling over €90 million since 2016. The Attorney General is scrutinizing legal options to enhance governmental powers in this context.
Micheál Martin stated that accounting and structuring issues are being examined in considerable detail to ensure that financial capacity is retained in the country for compensation.
The scoping inquiry uncovered 2,395 allegations of historical sexual abuse in schools run by religious orders, revealing a significant need for accountability and financial resources.
Ms Bacik highlighted that religious orders have only paid 16% of institutional redress costs since 2016, despite having sold properties worth over €90 million.
Survivors want those responsible for abuse to be held accountable and contribute to the compensation process, as many accounts from the inquiry were horrific.
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