Residential Institutions

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 5 June 2014

Thursday, 5 June 2014

Ceisteanna (90)

Catherine Murphy

Ceist:

90. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if, in relation to the recent public disclosure that the remains of several hundred children are located at the site of the former Bon Secours institution in Tuam, County Galway, An Garda Síochána has initiated an immediate investigation; if the site has been isolated as a crime scene; if forensic examinations are under way; the assistance the Government can provide in terms of identifying each set of remains, tracing relatives, and providing for proper burial; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23997/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice and Equality

While I understand that the matters referred to by the Deputy are not the subject of a criminal investigation, as the Deputy will be aware, relevant Government Departments, including my own, have been tasked with working together in preparation for the Government's early consideration and determination of the best course of action in relation to this deeply disturbing matter.