Bishop对前牧师Fr Patrick O'Neill被控性虐待的受害人表示道歉。 Bishop issues apology to victims of alleged sexual abuse by former priest Fr Patrick O'Neill.

Down和Connor教区Bishop Alan McGuckian主教向已故Fr Patrick O'Neill的据称受害者发出“无保留道歉”, Bishop Alan McGuckian of Down and Connor Diocese has issued an "unreserved apology" to alleged victims of the late Fr Patrick O'Neill, following credible allegations of sexual abuse involving a minor and adults. O'Neill在2003、2005和2006年面临指控,并于2004年被暂时解除职务。 O'Neill faced allegations in 2003, 2005, and 2006, and was temporarily removed from his duties in 2004. 主教区承认它当时没有发表公开声明,也没有向受害者及其家属提供支持。 The diocese acknowledges its failure to issue a public statement at the time and offers support to victims and their families.