IRELAND
Irish Independent
David Quinn
Religious Affairs Correspondent
THE allegation against former Bishop of Galway Dr Eamonn Casey, that came to light last week, has been passed on to the diocese of Limerick for investigation.
The diocese of Arundel and Brighton in the south of England, where Dr Casey is based, confirmed last night that the Limerick diocese has been informed of the allegation.
In accordance with Church child protection guidelines, the diocese, which is led by Bishop Donal Murray, must pass on the allegation to the relevant civil authorities including the Gardai and the local health authority.
Rev Stuart Geary, spokesman for Arundel and Brighton told The Irish Independent that the allegation was originally made to the child protection office of the Bishops of England and Wales, and was then passed onto the child protection office of his diocese.