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.
The North Kerry CAMHS Review led by Dr. Colette Halpin has completed its assessment of around 300 patient files, but the report remains unpublished despite being drafted in June 2025. This delay is causing significant distress for affected families, particularly given that 50% of reviewed cases have resulted in apologies from the HSE, compared to just 15% in the South Kerry Maskey Review.
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We are pleased to announce that the first of our lead cases have been issued in the High Court. William and Gráinne Docherty (LIAM ÓDOCHARTAIGH and GRÁINNE BEAN UI DHOCHARTAIGH) are first with their action against Cassidy Concrete Products Donegal County Council and the NSAI.
