A High Court case against Scouting Ireland and a convicted former scout leader for sexual abuse in the 80s settled. The victim, haunted by the abuse, experiences lasting psychological and physical effects.
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.
More than 50 victims have reported historical sexual abuse within Scouting Ireland, with legal cases initiated and a proposed redress scheme still pending.
The Mental Health Commission published a report this weekend highlighting serious shortfalls in the care provided nationwide by the CAMHS.
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.
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”

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