Historical Abuse Northern Ireland

Following an inter-departmental task force report, the Northern Ireland Executive, on 29^th September 2011, announced there would be an Investigation and Inquiry into historical institutional abuse. On 31st May 2012, the First Minister and deputy First Minister announced the Terms of Reference for the Inquiry and advised the Assembly of the Chair of the Inquiry and the panel members for the Acknowledgement Forum. An amended terms of reference to widen the scope of the Inquiry from 1922 – 1995 was announced by the First Minister and deputy First Minister on 18^th October 2012. See http://www.northernireland.gov.uk/news-ofmdfm-191012-ministers-widen-historical. Applications can be requested on Freephone number 0800 068 4935 or can be downloaded from the Inquiry website