Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Liz Twist and Christian Matheson

Wednesday 21st July 2021 Commons Chamber

[Liz Twist (Blaydon) (Lab)]

What recent discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on the research report “Mother and Baby Homes and Magdalene Laundries in Northern Ireland”, published in January 2021.

[Christian Matheson (City of Chester) (Lab)]

What recent discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on the research report “Mother and Baby Homes and Magdalene Laundries in Northern Ireland”, published in January 2021.

[The Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office (Mr Robin Walker)]

The Government have enormous sympathy for those who suffered appalling abuse while resident in the institutions covered by the report published in January. Although this is a devolved issue and therefore the responsibility of the Executive, the Government understand that work on an independent investigation promised to victims is under way. We will continue to work closely with the Executive to ensure that the victims of today receive the help and support they need to address the trauma of the past.