A public inquiry in Northern Ireland finds that some of the region’s most vulnerable adults experience “systematic abuse” and are left exposed to harm due to widespread failures in how their care is provided. The inquiry describes what it calls a “profound catalogue of failures,” suggesting that shortcomings across services and systems contribute to neglect and abuse of people who are particularly at risk. It also reports that some victims were effectively “zombified,” a term used in the findings to reflect severe and degrading treatment. The inquiry’s conclusions focus on patterns rather than isolated incidents, indicating that safeguards and accountability mechanisms do not function as intended. While the available reporting summarises the inquiry’s overall judgment, it points to the need for changes aimed at preventing further mistreatment and improving protections for vulnerable adults. The inquiry’s findings are presented as a response to allegations and concerns that have been raised over how care and support are delivered, and they highlight the consequences of persistent institutional failings. The case is treated as a serious public issue requiring review and corrective action.