Meta, previously known as Facebook, is facing accusations in the Irish High Court for allegedly exerting complete control over third-party firms managing its content moderation. Former employees of these firms claim they suffered psychological harm from the violent material they were required to view as moderators. The case brings up complex jurisdictional issues, with Meta’s global operations under scrutiny.
The CAMHS in North Kerry review, expected to finish by early 2024, has now been delayed until 2025, causing frustration among families. Only 300 cases are being examined, leaving many without answers as delays mount. Families and advocates are calling for an expanded review and quicker resolution to the alleged harm caused by the service.
The Scoping Inquiry report revealed 590 allegations of sexual abuse in special schools, disproportionately affecting vulnerable children. The abuse spanned 17 special schools, with over 190 abusers implicated. Institutions like Lota and Holy Family School were key sites of abuse. Survivors of abuse in special schools are encouraged to seek confidential support.
Former swim coach Derry O’Rourke was convicted of child sexual abuse. Derry O’Rourke of Virginia Road, Cavan, a former Irish international swim coach, has been convicted of rape and sexual assault at the Central Criminal Court. O’Rourke, now 78 years old, pleaded...
The allegations against one senior coach include Sexual advances towards women while they partook in an FÁS course, which was the first state-funded soccer course exclusively for women. A senior coach, then aged 31, took an 18-year-old female participant on “dates”...
An Garda Síochána investigates 1990s sexual abuse allegations by female soccer players against former coaches It has been confirmed that An Garda Siochana has commenced an investigation on foot of allegations of female soccer players that unwanted sexual advances were...
Tragic death at Beaumont Hospital: medical error raises concerns A Dublin woman has died after being given a fatal dosage of medication for blood pressure. Bernie Kinsella of Skerries, Dublin, passed away in Beaumont Hospital at 92 years old when she was administered...
High Court Settles Sexual Abuse Case Involving Scouting Ireland A High Court case against Scouting Ireland and a former scout leader convicted of sexual abuse has been settled. The victim, who was only 14 years old at the time of the abuse, is still haunted by the...
