Government concerned at delay and cost of 'Grace' inquiry

Disabilities Minister Anne Rabbitte, who has responsibility for the Grace case, said the length of time the commission has taken is disappointing but said a conclusion is on the horizon. Picture: Sasko Lazarov

Concern has been expressed within government that the Commission of Inquiry into the abuse of an intellectually disabled woman called ‘Grace’ has so far cost €7m and has been severely delayed.

Of most concern is that office accommodation for the commission is running at €22,000 a month.