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.
An Garda Síochána has received more than 160 reports of historical sexual abuse in religious-run schools since launching a public appeal. The reports follow the release of the Scoping Inquiry, which uncovered nearly 3,000 claims of abuse. Survivors are encouraged to contact Gardaí, who have assured privacy and support throughout the investigation process.
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Maisy Jane Murphy was prescribed doses of 2.5 mg of Diazepam by a doctor at Crumlin Children’s Hospital following a surgical procedure, however, the pharmacist labeled the bottle given to the Maisy’s parents 2.6 mls twice daily. One milligram is equal to approximately 0.001 of a millilitre in weight to liquid comparison.
Maisy’s parents were unaware of this mistake and had been complying with the instructions on the bottle. This resulted not only in an overdosing of the child but also in severe withdrawal symptoms when the medication was ceased.
The child was readmitted to Crumlin Hospital, where she had undergone her surgery, with severe irritability when her parent’s stopped administering Diazepam. Maisy had to be placed on weaning doses of the drug for a period of almost two months to fully treat the withdrawal symptoms.
Mr and Mrs Murphy found the period extremely difficult and confusing, unaware of the cause of their daughter’s unusual behaviour. Mrs Murphy in particular suffered a serious psychological reaction.
John Nolan, the barrister appearing on behalf of the claimants, told Judge O’Donoghue that as a matter of certainty liability would be established. The judge commented that the counsel had negotiated a very good settlement while approving the €20,000 offer.
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.
An Garda Síochána has received more than 160 reports of historical sexual abuse in religious-run schools since launching a public appeal. The reports follow the release of the Scoping Inquiry, which uncovered nearly 3,000 claims of abuse. Survivors are encouraged to contact Gardaí, who have assured privacy and support throughout the investigation process.
The Scoping Inquiry has revealed close to 2,400 allegations of historical sexual abuse in religious-run schools across Ireland. The report, detailing the abuse inflicted on thousands of children, calls for a full Commission of Investigation and urges the government to consider financial redress for survivors.
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