Portuguese Catholic Church to Compensate Victims of Child Sexual Abuse

The Church's decision follows a report revealing widespread abuse, with compensation to be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Portugal's Catholic Church announced it will financially compensate victims of child sexual abuse, with the process to begin in June.
A Church-funded commission reported at least 4,815 minors were abused over seven decades, describing the findings as 'the tip of the iceberg'.
Survivors criticized the Church's case-by-case approach to compensation, calling for a more proactive and equal treatment of all victims.
The Church will set up a fund with contributions from all Portuguese dioceses to manage the compensation payments.
Compensation will also be extended to victims accusing deceased priests, reflecting a change in the Church's previous stance.