AUSTRALIA
Otago Daily Times (New Zealand)
The Catholic Church wants the truth exposed at the royal commission into responses to child sex abuse, and will pay compensation to victims, its representative says.
Truth Justice and Healing Council chief executive Francis Sullivan says the commission will be embarrassing for the church but it is imperative the truth emerges.
“We are going to encourage, wherever possible, individuals to come forward with their experiences so that the truth can come out,” he said.
“The church leadership in Australia have made it clear that they are going to be open and honest and co-operate fully.”
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