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Irish Independent
Children’s Minister announces Commission of Inquiry with full statutory powers into all mother and baby homes
MINISTER for Children Charlie Flanagan has announced a Commission of Inquiry with full statutory powers into all mother and baby homes.
Minister Flanagan said the investigation would establish the truth about what happened in all mother and baby homes across the country.
He hoped the inquiry would also investigate allegations of forced adoption and controversial vaccine trials carried out on children without their mother’s permission.
“It is my hope and determination that all these issues are dealt with in a way that is comprehensive,” he said.
The move follows weeks of controversy after the discovery of an alleged mass grave containing the remains of almost 800 babies in Tuam, Co Galway.
Mr Flanagan said he was hoping the commission would have cross-party support.
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