Ferns Inquiry breaks new ground

THE Ferns Inquiry report is the first report of its kind in Ireland, following the first completed investigation by the State into how a church body conducted its affairs.

Ferns Inquiry breaks new ground

The 271-page report follows an inquiry chaired by retired Supreme Court judge Frank Murphy which heard evidence from over 100 complainants of abuse since its hearings began in September 2003.

It had the full co-operation of diocesan Church authorities, as well as the South Eastern Health Board and gardaí.

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