ISPCC seeks inquiry into rape case interference

The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children has called for an independent inquiry into the nature of former Junior Minister Bobby Molloy’s interference in a Co Galway rape and incest trial.

ISPCC seeks inquiry into rape case interference

The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children has called for an independent inquiry into the nature of former Junior Minister Bobby Molloy’s interference in a Co Galway rape and incest trial.

Mr Molloy was forced to resign over the matter earlier this week after attempting to contact a judge on behalf of the rapist’s sister. Paul Gilligan, chief executive of the ISPCC, said the revelation highlights a disturbing official attitude to child abuse.

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