IRELAND
The Journal
Updated 8.15pm
THE CABINET DID not discuss allegations that a mass grave containing the bodies of almost 800 infants has been found on the grounds of a former children’s home in Galway, despite an assertion by the Minister for Children that it would.
Minister for Children Charlie Flanagan said he was shocked by the “appalling revelations” about the home. ”The full facts surrounding the matter must be established,” he said.
He had confirmed to TheJournal.ie that he expected the matter to come up at today’s ministerial meeting. However this evening, a spokesperson for the minister said that it was not specifically discussed..
They said the minister has been in touch with the Department of Justice and the Taoiseach on the matter and it is being considered at senior levels in the coalition.
“The matter is being taken very, very seriously. The full facts need to be established,” the spokesperson said.
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