Mary Lou McDonald
Ceist:198. Deputy Mary Lou McDonald asked the Minister for Education and Skills if the review of the ex gratia scheme has been completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43148/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 22 October 2019
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Freagraí scríofa
The review of the ex gratia scheme is progressing but is not yet complete. However, Payments are being made to a number of victims of child sexual abuse in day schools on foot of the assessments made by the Independent Assessor to the ex gratia scheme, Mr. Justice Iarfhlaith O'Neill. The current position is that sixteen offers of payment have been made and, to date, seven have been accepted.
In response to the assessor's determinations my Department, in conjunction with the Office of the Attorney General, is examining the ex gratia scheme.