NORTHERN IRELAND
The Irish News
ALLISON MORRIS
03 May, 2016
A PRIEST who was stood down from ministry following allegations of an affair with a parishioner, has been nominated by the Diocese of Down and Connor for a role as prison chaplain, to administer pastoral care to prisoners.
Fr Ciaran Dallat (52) “stepped aside” in 2015 following claims he had a two year affair with a Co Down businesswoman.
If appointed he would be the serving chaplain for all Maghaberry and Magilligan prisons as well as the detention centre at Hydebank Wood that houses both young offenders and female inmates.
A spokesman for the diocese confirmed yesterday that Fr Dallat had been “nominated” for the role. However, his appointment will depend on the Northern Ireland Office who are considering his appointment.
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