Victims welcome inquiry on paedophile Bill Kenneally

The first victim of paedophile Bill Kenneally to speak out publicly against the former sports coach has welcomed the Government’s approval of a commission of investigation into allegations of State, Garda, and Church collusion in the case.

“I’m delighted, it’s brilliant,” said Jason Clancy after the Cabinet backed Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan’s proposal to press ahead with an official inquiry into the State response to complaints or allegations of child sexual abuse made against Kenneally.

The Oireachtas is expected to debate and approve the move in the next fortnight and the Government will then publish the terms of reference for the commission of investigation, to be headed by retired judge Barry Hickson.