The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has confirmed that an apology will be issued to the women and families affected by the CervicalCheck scandal.
In an announcement the made shortly after the meeting, the Taoiseach confirmed that an apology will be issued in the next Dail term on behalf of the state.
It is understood the announcement comes after both the Taoiseach and the Minister for Health Simon Harris met with the 221+ group on Wednesday.
Although no details in regards to the meeting have been made available, the Minister for Health Simon Harris the meeting was useful and the Government will continue to hold further discussions with the group.