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.
Defective Blocks newsletter and latest updates.
Mother and Baby Homes redress newsletter and latest updates.
CAMHS newsletter and latest updates.
The Mother and Baby Homes Payment Scheme opened for applications on Wednesday, the 20th of March, 2024. This is very much welcomed news after a very long wait by survivors.
If you have previously contacted us, you should have received our recent newsletter about the next steps for the Mother and Baby Homes Payment Scheme. We will meet with our clients immediately after the scheme opens.
During the meeting, we will
We offer nationwide and remote meetings for those unable to travel to our offices. Telephone appointments are available to prepare and finalise your application. If you need help, please contact us at 01-5313800 or email [email protected].
If you have not previously contacted us, we would be delighted to hear from you. Submit your details through the contact form on this page or by calling us at 01-5313800. Please be patient while we respond to each enquiry.
Coleman Legal LLP will never seek to recover any fees from the redress you receive.
If you are not eligible to apply to the Mother and Baby Homes payment scheme, either because you resided in a listed institution for less than 180 days as a former child resident or resided in a non-listed institution, we would still welcome your contact. Coleman Legal LLP will continue to fight for justice for former child residents currently excluded from the scheme.
Coleman Legal LLP has worked with many clients over the past six years who have been residents in mother and baby homes and county homes, both as mothers and children. We will continue to work with our clients until the conclusion of their involvement with the mother and baby homes payment scheme, supporting and assisting at all stages.
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