The Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield on Wednesday promised to adopt a series of measures intended to improve its handling of sexual abuse allegations.

The measures were recommended by a task force the diocese commissioned more than a year ago amid criticism of its handling of complaints. The panel issued its final report Wednesday and Bishop William Byrne said he will accept its suggestions.

As part of its new plan, the diocese said it will overhaul its policies to be more timely and transparent when responding to complaints, and it promised accountability for those who carry out abuse or fail to report it.

It also vowed to issue a statement acknowledging the trauma that has been caused by representatives of the church, “and the failure of diocesan leadership to respond adequately.”

The plan drew fire from an attorney who represents victims of clergy abuse in Springfield. Mitchell Garabedian said it’s…