Further eight sets of infant remains recovered during Tuam excavation
Archaeologists have recovered eight additional sets of infant remains from the site of the former Mother and Baby Institution in Tuam, Ireland. This brings the total number of recovered remains to 77 as part of an ongoing investigation into the historical treatment of children at the facility.
Why it matters
The excavation addresses a significant historical human rights scandal and provides closure for families affected by the institution's practices.
A FURTHER EIGHT sets of infant remains have been recovered as part of the ongoing excavation of the site of the former Mother and Baby Institution in Tuam.
The report focuses on factual updates regarding an ongoing official investigation.
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