The final report of the Farrelly Commission, established in 2017, investigates the tragic case of 'Grace,' an intellectually disabled woman who endured 20 years of abuse in a foster home. Despite previous allegations, the report has faced multiple delays, with Children's Minister Norma Foley seeking cabinet approval for its publication. Chairperson Marjorie Farrelly's inquiry uncovered not only Grace's ordeal but also identified an additional 46 children who were at risk of similar neglect and abuse, highlighting the pressing need for systemic reforms in disability services.
The final report of the Farrelly Commission highlights severe failures in protecting vulnerable individuals in a disability service, especially concerning the case of "Grace." Full publication is awaited.
The inquiry, led by Marjorie Farrelly, exposed ongoing abuse of "Grace," an intellectually disabled woman, who suffered for two decades while under state care, prompting urgent reforms.
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