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A report on the diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora has now been published.
The 28 page document issued by the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church examines seven standards.
It’s based on case material made available by Bishop Martin Drennan along with interviews with key personnel who contribute to safeguarding within the diocese.
Galway Bay fm news notes the report references practice under the leadership of Bishop Drennan, Bishop McLoughlin and Bishop Casey. …
It notes that three priests against whom an allegation has been made are still in ministry.
It also records that one priest has been convicted of having committed an offence against a child or young person in the period since January 1975.
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