Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) has announced a new compensation proposal that will allow victim-survivors of abuse by members of the Christian Brothers to pursue civil claims for full damages. The decision marks a significant shift for the organization, which will now permit legal action to be taken against it regarding historical abuse committed by the Catholic order.
The policy change follows controversy surrounding the transfer of extensive property holdings from the Christian Brothers to EREA. By accepting these assets, the educational entity has become the target of litigation, leading to this reversal in how the organization handles compensation for survivors. The move ensures that victims of abuse are now eligible to receive full financial redress for their claims.
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