The Children’s Minister says he recognises some survivors of Mother and Baby Homes are disappointed with the new redress scheme.
Around 34,000 former residents are eligible for payments worth a total of €800million.
However, children who spent less than six months in one of the institutions don’t qualify.
Minister Roderic O’Gorman says he understands it’s a blow to many survivors. (For those affected, supports can be found here).
Meanwhile, Mick Gorey reminded Sue Nunn of his experience on The Way It Is:
And Kilkenny Councillor Maria Dollard had plenty to say on the topic to our Sue Nunn on The Way It Is: