David Quinn: Tuam dig has provoked more sensationalist headlines but the truth is not so simple

The report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand what happened at the Co Galway home

The memorial garden at the Tuam mother and baby home. Photo: Ray Ryan

David Quinn

The headline on the ITV news website on Monday read: ‘Mass forensic excavation begins to identify 796 babies and children buried in septic tank.’ ITV is a major media organisation, let it be remembered.

Another headline, from Euro ­Weekly, said: ‘796 infant remains ­expected to be found in septic tank.’