Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2017

Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Ceisteanna (824)

Catherine Murphy

Ceist:

824. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the number of persons that have given evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes confidential committee; the number of persons that have given evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes investigation committee; the number of persons that have been refused an opportunity to give evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes; the number of persons that have given evidence to the commission of investigation into mother and baby homes confidential committee and that have subsequently been invited to a hearing at the commission’s investigation committee; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10278/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs

In accordance with section 9 of the Commissions of Investigation Act 2004, it is essential to recognise that the Commission is independent in the performance of its functions. Therefore, I do not have access to the information sought by the Deputy. The engagement with witnesses is a matter for the Commission to manage and progress and I do not have any role or influence in this regard.

The Deputy may wish to contact the Commission directly at [e-mail] or on the confidential free phone number at 1800-80-66-88.