Bishop Brendan Comiskey left public life following the Ferns Report, which detailed extensive child abuse within the Catholic diocese. The report criticized his failure to address abuse claims adequately, particularly against Fr Sean Fortune, highlighting his inadequate protection for children over his lengthy tenure from 1984. Comiskey's resignation was catalyzed by a BBC documentary exposing over 100 allegations against numerous priests. Survivors like Colm OâGorman reflect on his legacy, noting that it is detailed in the Ferns Report and intertwined with the profound impacts of clerical abuse.
I had to think, 'how do I feel about it?' First of all, I'd say that the death of anybody is a sad moment. I genuinely mean it when I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and those who loved him.
Bishop Comiskey's investigation into the rape of children by his clergy was 'an inappropriate and inadequate response'. He failed to recognize the paramount need to protect children.
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