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13/11/2024
Diocese Of Down And Connor Makes HIA Redress Scheme Contribution
The Executive Office has confirmed that it has received a contribution from the Diocese of Down and Connor towards the Historical Institutional Abuse (HIA) Redress Scheme.
This payment, which follows a contribution from the De La Salle Order in September, relates specifically to homes managed jointly with the Order.
Welcoming the contribution, First Minister Michelle O'Neill said: "We welcome this second payment relating to these homes. Following recent commitments from the Good Shepherd Sisters and Barnardo's, it is encouraging to see constructive dialogue with the institutions gaining momentum.
"While financial compensation can never address the pain suffered by victims and survivors of historical abuse, each contribution represents an acknowledgment of responsibility that is essential to the healing process."
Deputy First Minister, Emma Little-Pengelly, added: "Victims and survivors continue to live with the lasting impacts of abuse and trauma, and holding those responsible to account is vital in their journey towards healing. We appreciate the Diocese of Down and Connor's contribution, and the De La Salle Order's continued cooperation.
"Our commitment is to ensure a fair and balanced approach to discussions with all institutions. We remain focused on reaching agreements on further contributions and will publish details of all payments once the process has concluded."
Both Ministers also reminded all victims and survivors who have yet to apply to the HIA Redress Board to do so as soon as possible, in advance of the April 2025 deadline.
This payment, which follows a contribution from the De La Salle Order in September, relates specifically to homes managed jointly with the Order.
Welcoming the contribution, First Minister Michelle O'Neill said: "We welcome this second payment relating to these homes. Following recent commitments from the Good Shepherd Sisters and Barnardo's, it is encouraging to see constructive dialogue with the institutions gaining momentum.
Deputy First Minister, Emma Little-Pengelly, added: "Victims and survivors continue to live with the lasting impacts of abuse and trauma, and holding those responsible to account is vital in their journey towards healing. We appreciate the Diocese of Down and Connor's contribution, and the De La Salle Order's continued cooperation.
"Our commitment is to ensure a fair and balanced approach to discussions with all institutions. We remain focused on reaching agreements on further contributions and will publish details of all payments once the process has concluded."
Both Ministers also reminded all victims and survivors who have yet to apply to the HIA Redress Board to do so as soon as possible, in advance of the April 2025 deadline.
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