IRELAND
Irish Examiner
A Catholic priest, who has stepped aside while an allegation of sexual abuse is investigated in Co Cavan, must have “the right to the presumption of innocence”, according to Bishop Leo O’Reilly.
Bishop O’Reilly, of the border diocese of Kilmore, said gardaí are aware of the complaint against the parish priest, which is said to date back a number of years.
In a statement, he said all matters relating to child safeguarding, the safety and welfare of children, are an overriding concern in the diocese.
“It is in that context that I deeply regret to say that I have received a complaint against a priest of the diocese in pastoral ministry which raises concerns in relation to child safeguarding matters,” said Bishop O’Reilly.
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