Access to special education places in Ireland remains a major challenge. Families face rejection, delays and distress, often left with no option but legal action.
Assessment of Need delays in Ireland are at record levels, with children facing waiting times of more than two years and families left without timely support guaranteed under the Disability Act 2005.
A High Court ruling allows a woman to continue her sexual abuse civil claim against her brother. The court found no unfair trial risk despite a 40-year delay in bringing the case.
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VHI has begun investigating claims for unnecessary hip surgeries at Temple Street and Cappagh hospitals. This follows a report detailing procedures that didn’t meet clinical thresholds, prompting the insurer to review its reimbursement protocols and the medical necessity of these operations.
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A recent audit has uncovered alarming concerns over unnecessary hip surgery in Dublin children’s hospitals, with hundreds of cases flagged for urgent review and follow-up.
Portiuncula Hospital faces intensified scrutiny as a tenth external review into its maternity services begins, following a recent baby’s death.
The latest Tusla report uncovers worrying conditions at a Wexford creche, where babies were left crying and staff struggled to meet basic care needs.
Philip Treacy of Coleman Legal features on RTÉ Investigates to highlight legal challenges survivors face in Christian Brothers abuse cases.
The Kilkenny school sexual abuse case involving Martin O’Flaherty reveals the suffering of 29 boys, with recent court proceedings uncovering new victims after 40 years.
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