Gerard O’Brien, a former judge and teacher, has been found guilty of attempted rape and eight counts of sexual assault, using his disability to manipulate and abuse students at CBC Monkstown in Dublin.
John McClean, former teacher at Terenure College, to serve 12 years total imprisonment
John McClean received an additional four-year sentence for sexually abusing students at Terenure College between 1971 and 1992, adding to his existing 11-year sentence.
52 legal cases to be heard over Scouting Ireland sexual abuse allegations
More than 50 victims have reported historical sexual abuse within Scouting Ireland, with legal cases initiated and a proposed redress scheme still pending.

Lack of follow-up care in CAMHS as the Mental Health Commission’s report published
The Mental Health Commission published a report this weekend highlighting serious shortfalls in the care provided nationwide by the CAMHS.

Former Terenure college teacher and rugby coach pleads guilty to two abuse offences
John McClean, former teacher and rugby coach at Terenure College, pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting two students between 1981 and 1987. He faces 45 more allegations.

Death of two-year-old from mould in flat sparks calls for safer social housing conditions
A two-year-old boy’s death in 2020 from black mould exposure has raised alarm about housing conditions and policies, particularly in social housing, where such issues are prevalent.

A further 16 families receive apology from HSE after care of children found to be “Risky”
A Further 16 Families Receive Apology From HSE After Care Of Children Found To Be “Risky”
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