AQW 37893/22-27 Written question to the First Minister and deputy First Minister

To ask the First Minister and deputy First Minister to detail whether any decision has been taken on the publication of the report containing the findings of three independent research projects on Historical Clerical Child Abuse, and the agreed recommendations.

Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 9 January 2026

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Tabled
9 January 2026
Answer due by
26 January 2026
Answered
19 January 202610 days after tabling
Department
The Executive Office
Priority question
No

Answer

We are currently carefully considering the findings of the research into Historical Clerical Child Abuse. No decision has been taken on the publication of the research reports.

Officials remain committed to engaging with victims and survivors to ensure they are kept informed of developments.

Official sources