A recommendation to investigate all schools in the country for historical sex abuse is being considered by the Government.

It comes after a scoping inquiry into day and boarding schools run by religious orders across the country revealed 2,395 allegations of sex abuse had been uncovered in 308 schools.

The principal recommendation of the scoping inquiry is to establish a Commission of Investigation into historical sex abuse in day and boarding schools run by religious orders.

Earlier this week, Minister for Children Norma Foley revealed in reply to parliamentary questions from Sinn Féin’s David Cullinane and Thomas Goul that this has been accepted and that consideration is being given to expanding the remit to include all schools.

Reporter with the Irish Mirror John Kierans said he believes it is the right move.

"We can't cover up these scandals any longer," he said.

"What happened, happened, we can't pretend it didn't.

"And for the sake of the victims, they need to get justice."

Mr Kierans said that those who carried out and turned a blind eye to these attacks need to be held accountable.

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