Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 3 Mar 1999

Vol. 501 No. 4

Written Answers. - Sexual Offences.

Jan O'Sullivan

Question:

156 Ms O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of cases alleging child sexual or physical abuse while in the care of the State or church run institutions to which he is a party; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6361/99]

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. O'Donoghue)

It has not been possible to compile the information necessary to answer the question in the time available. I will contact the Deputy when I have further information.