Flanagan speaks to Joanne Hayes as compensation talks ongoing

Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan has personally spoken to Joanne Hayes as arrangements for compensation continue to be negotiated over the Kerry Babies controversy.

The Department of Justice has confirmed that Mr Flanagan spoke to Ms Hayes by phone after the Government agreed more needed to be done to rectify wrongs inflicted on the family.

The Irish Examiner understands that representatives for the Hayes family remain in touch with the Department of Justice and government officials. This follows an apology offered by the Government.