The Chair and Panel make the following recommendations, which arise directly from this investigation.
Religious organisations and the government should publish responses to these recommendations, including the timetable involved, within six months of the publication of this report.
All religious organisations should have a child protection policy and supporting procedures, which should include advice and guidance on responding to disclosures of abuse and the needs of victims and survivors. The policy and procedures should be updated regularly, with professional child protection advice, and all organisations should have regular compulsory training for those in leadership positions and those who work with children and young people.
The government should introduce legislation to: