IRELAND
Irish Independent
Sarah McDonald
Published 15/08/2014
VICTIMS of clerical sexual abuse have called on Pope Francis to accept Cardinal Sean Brady’s resignation immediately.
They spoke out after the Cardinal confirmed he had asked to stand down from his role as Primate of All Ireland, traditional for cardinals on their 75th birthday.
Dr Brady has faced criticism over his role in the Church’s handling of abuse claims against paedophile priest Fr Brendan Smyth.
Abuse survivor Marie Kane, who met Pope Francis last month, said she would be surprised if the Pontiff didn’t allow the cardinal to leave his position soon.
“I would hope for a quick response from Pope Francis. I would be so disappointed if it even took months,” she said.
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