The Farrelly Commission report examined the case of Grace, a non-verbal child with profound disabilities placed in foster care in 1989. Despite serious allegations against her foster father, the report found no evidence of sexual or emotional abuse, focusing instead on neglect due to inadequate dental care and financial mismanagement. Politicians like John McGuinness and Mary Lou McDonald express shock and dismay, emphasizing the report's failure to hold anyone accountable and the ongoing vulnerability of children in care. The investigation, lengthy and costly, has been labeled as 'utterly anaemic' by critics.
John McGuinness TD expressed his astonishment at the report, stating he was 'stunned' and 'baffled' over the findings, questioning how no accountability ensued.
Mary Lou McDonald criticized the report for its length and lack of concrete answers, stating it demonstrates a continued failure to protect vulnerable children like Grace.
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