More than 2,000 complaints lodged against dentists in the past four years
Recent News
Hundreds of complaints against single dentist highlights need for regulatory overhaul
More than 2,000 complaints lodged against dentists in the past four years
Lack of learning and transparency to blame for rising hospital liabilities
The outstanding liability of Irish hospitals for accidents will likely surpass €4bn this June when fresh figures are to be published.
Report reveals 93 abuse complaints against Jesuit priest
Report reveals 93 abuse complaints against Jesuit priest alleging emotional, physical and sexual abuse.
Children’s spinal surgery review delayed as new cases emerge at Temple Street Children’s Hospital
Children’s spinal surgery review delayed as new cases emerge at CHI.
Hospital apologises after baby is born “head first” on to the floor
Hospital apologises after baby is born “head first” on to the floor
High Court awards nearly €100,000 for defective dental treatment
High Court awards nearly €100,000 for defective dental treatment
HSE commission comprehensive review of nursing home where resident was raped
The HSE has announced plans for a comprehensive review
Report of Boston Children’s Hospital on Spinal Surgeries at CHI Temple Street
The CHI have today published the report of Boston Children’s Hospital on spinal surgeries carried out on young patients with Spina Bifida.
Children’s Health Ireland Report on Spinal Surgery for Patients with Spina Bifida in Children’s Health Ireland at Temple Street
Childrens Health Ireland Report on Spinal Surgery for Patients with Spina Bifida in Children’s Health Ireland at Temple Street.
Minister for Health announces full national review of all children’s orthopaedic surgery
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has today announced that there is to be a full review of all childrens orthopaedic surgery in Ireland.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar expresses serious concern on alleged failures at Temple Street Hospital
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar responded today to reports of severe surgical issues in children who underwent spinal surgeries at Temple Street Hospital.
External review launched by HSE into care of children with Spina Bifida at CHI Temple Street
The death of a child receiving care at Temple Street Children’s Hospital has led to the establishment of an external review by the HSE.
New data reveals dramatic regional disparities in access to child and adolescent mental health care (CAMHS)
Over half of the children and adolescents referred to their local CAMHS are being denied access in certain regions of the country.
External review into the delivery of babies who suffered Subgaleal Haemorrhages at birth in University Hospital Galway
External review into the delivery of babies who suffered Subgaleal Haemorrhages at birth in University Hospital Galway.
Over 3,000 fatalities caused by accidents within the HSE since 2018
Fresh data reveals that since 2018, over 3,000 patients have lost their lives as a result of incidents within the HSE.
Spiritan Congregation agrees to settlement in Rockwell College sexual abuse claim
Spiritan Congregation agrees to settlement in Rockwell College sexual abuse claim
McDonald’s to launch investigation into workplace bullying targeted at rape victim
McDonald’s UK and Ireland CEO Alistair Macrow has...
Non-Statutory Inquiry approved by Cabinet into Sodium Valproate use
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly announced a non-statutory inquiry into historical sodium valproate prescription during pregnancy.
11 year old boy settles personal injury claim with Ryanair
11 year old boy settles personal injury claim with Ryanair after Emergency Descent to Frankfurt Hahn airport.
Defective Blocks Newsletter
If you would like to be involved, we have attached a link to a short online form for you to complete with your name and contact details.
St John’s Ambulance Abuse
Shocking St John’s Ambulance Abuse revelations: Investigation uncovers multiple perpetrators and organisational failures.
Women of Honour Report Presented to Cabinet
Following allegations of discrimination and abuse against women in the military, an independent review was established in 2021 by then Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney.
Family of a woman who died of breast cancer received an apology from The National Screening Service
Family of a woman who died of breast cancer received an apology from The National Screening Service
Review into Child Sexual Abuse at St. John Ambulance Ireland (March 2023)
The Review into the handling of complaints of sexual abuse by St John Ambulance Ireland has today been shared with survivors.