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Patrick’s evidence was read by his daughter Tina, as Patrick passed away earlier this year. His evidence described the abuse he suffered over four years at the Catholic secondary school, St Patrick’s in Silverstream. In a statement titled ‘Shame’, Patrick explains why it took him so long to share his story. His evidence described the difficulties he faced when attempting to complain to the Police, and to the Catholic Order the Society of Mary.