Derry O’Rourke, a former Irish swim coach with a history of sexual crimes, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for the rape and sexual assault of a young girl between 1989 and 1990. Despite his attempts to claim innocence, O’Rourke was found guilty of multiple offences, with the judge condemning him as a “serial child abuser.” The courageous victim, who was only 13 at the time, detailed the traumatic impact of his actions in court.
High Court awards nearly €100,000 for defective dental treatment
A Galway woman was awarded €100,000 for defective dental treatment, experiencing severe pain and infections due to negligent work by dental practitioners in Ennis, Co Clare.
HSE commission comprehensive review of nursing home where resident was raped
The HSE announces a thorough review of nursing home records after a staff member’s rape conviction. Concerns about further incidents prompt broader scrutiny despite potential distress to affected families.
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 at Temple Street
Children’s Health Ireland released a report on spinal surgeries for Spina Bifida patients at Temple Street Hospital, highlighting serious post-operative incidents and ongoing investigations into surgical outcomes from 2018 to 2022.

Minister for Health announces full national review of all children’s orthopaedic surgery
Minister for Health announces a comprehensive review of children’s orthopaedic surgery in Ireland, focusing on safety concerns and long waiting times, following Temple Street Children’s Hospital issues.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar expresses serious concern on alleged failures at Temple Street Hospital
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar expresses deep concern over severe complications from spinal surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital, prompting a comprehensive review by a UK expert into the incidents and use of unapproved devices.
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