Let’s build abuse victims’ memorial and send for the Pope to unveil it

But there are several very pressing reasons why it must be built. Abusers, and those who covered up abuse to protect institutions, must be constantly reminded of what they have done.

And they must see, in front of their eyes, a tangible and permanent reminder that the people of Ireland will no longer tolerate any other efforts at cover-ups

SO, our Bishops have gone to meet the Pope. They are going to brief him — again — on the scandal and shame that has befallen the Irish church, and it is rumoured he or his advisers may have some views about necessary reorganisation within the institution here. It is also being reported that Pope Benedict may write a letter to the people of Ireland, expressing his sorrow at the terrible sins committed against children over many decades in Ireland.