How the Catholic church is blocking survivor compensation claims | Full Story podcast

Some Australian Catholic orders and dioceses are trying to stop survivors’ compensation claims for clergy abuse from going ahead in cases where the alleged perpetrator has died, arguing this prevents the church from receiving a fair trial. It’s a move designed to pressure survivors into accepting smaller amounts, their lawyers say, and is at the heart of an upcoming high court battle.Guardian Australia reporter Christopher Knaus speaks to Jane Lee about why the church appears to be returning to the aggressive approach it once took to save money and silence survivors