Bishops remain muted on redress contribution

EVEN as their most senior leaders urged a fresh look at the child abuse indemnity deal which let religious congregations off lightly in terms of financial recompense, diocesan bishops displayed a marked reluctance to get involved in the controversy.

Most of those contacted yesterday for comment following the remarks of Cardinal Seán Brady and Archbishop Diarmuid Martin on the issue did not respond and those who did said they preferred not to offer any views in advance of the bishops’ joint annual summer meeting next month when the subject is up for discussion.

Bishop of Ferns Denis Brennan said he would be considering his response to calls for more money to be added to the scheme.