Council apologises for role in Kilrush Mother and Baby Home
February 8, 2021
AT this afternoon’s meeting of Clare Council, Cathaoirleach Mary Howard read a statement in which the local authority apologised for its role in the Kilrush mother and baby home between 1922 and 1932.
“Clare County Council acknowledges the publication of the Final Report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes, and the distressing findings contained in the Report.
“The Report lays bare the failure of the State and society to provide support and protection to vulnerable women and children at a time of need.
“Having read and carefully considered the Report findings, Clare County Council offers its sincere apology for its role in this dark chapter in our nation’s history.
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