Scoping inquiry into alleged historical abuse in schools run by religious orders announced

A view of Blackrock College in Dublin. Picture date: Wednesday November 9, 2022.

Survivors of sexual abuse are being asked to give their input on what they would like to see as part of the Government’s response to alleged abuse in schools run by religious orders.

Education Minister Norma Foley has today announced details of the establishment of a major scoping inquiry, to be led by Senior Council Mary O’Toole.