Grandson of Irish immigrants wants to combat the ‘stigma and shame’ some survivors feel
Labour MP Liam Conlon introduced "Philomena's Law" in the UK House of Commons to prevent British-resident Irish women who receive compensation for abuse suffered in Irish mother and baby homes from having their means-tested state benefits reduced. The legislation aims to remove a financial penalty that has deterred many eligible women from seeking compensation and address the stigma associated with these experiences. The bill has cross-party support and is backed by Irish groups in Britain.
