Campaigners welcome Taoiseach apology over CervicalCheck controversy

Campaigners welcome Taoiseach apology over CervicalCheck controversy

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The transcript covers a press conference where the speaker acknowledges the presence of more women and families affected by past issues. The speaker discusses the significance of a recent apology, highlighting the need to acknowledge past mistakes to move forward. The government's response, including meetings with affected families and the Scally report, is addressed. Challenges in working with health departments and future plans for the group are also discussed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was highlighted as a testament to Lorraine's work during the press conference?

The presence of international delegates

The absence of media

The presence of more women and families

The presence of more politicians

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What did the speaker emphasize as necessary for moving forward?

Ignoring past mistakes

Acknowledging past mistakes

Focusing on future plans

Blaming others for past errors

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the speaker appreciate about the apology?

Its acknowledgment of past downplaying

Its brevity

Its focus on future promises

Its delivery by a famous politician

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker describe the apology given by the tea shop?

As irrelevant and outdated

As brief and incomplete

As sincere and informed

As insincere and rushed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did the speaker mention about working with health departments?

Lack of funding

Slow pace of change

Too many meetings

Overwhelming support