It was confirmed earlier on Tuesday that a Commission of Investigation is to be established to examine historical sexual abuse claims in day and boarding schools
The representative body for Catholic orders across Ireland said it is "deeply sorry" that victims experienced abuse in religious-run schools.
READ MORE - Almost 2,400 allegations of sexual abuse in over 300 schools unearthed in harrowing reportIn a statement, a spokesperson for AMRI said: "We acknowledge the courage and bravery of the victims and survivors."We are acutely aware that sharing personal, sensitive, and traumatic experiences can cause additional pain and suffering.
"A broad range of support is available, including access to funded counselling and therapeutic services , pastoral and restorative justice processes." .
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