Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 September 2006
122 Ms O’Sullivan asked the Minister for Health and Children her views on the delays in the Health Service Executive Western area inquiry into the alleged abuse at the Brother of Charity establishment for learning disabled children and adults in Galway; the steps she intends to take to ensure completion and publication of this inquiry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29531/06]
View answerI am advised that an inquiry into allegations of abuse by former residents of the Brothers of Charity Services in the former Western Health Board area was commenced in April 1999 by that Health Board. I understand from the Health Service Executive that in September, 2005 it commenced a review of the inquiry process with a view to ensuring that the process will be completed at the earliest possible date.
I am concerned about the length of time which has elapsed since the initial inquiry was initiated and I have asked the Health Service Executive to ensure that it is completed as a matter of urgency.
