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Last month
October 2024
Group of victims of Michael Shine call on other parties to make manifesto pledge on inquiry
SF yesterday said it would add a commitment to a Commission of Investigation in its manifesto, after Labour’s promise to do so last month.
This year
2024
Fresh claims of abuse: men say Michael Shine abused children in Drogheda orphanage
Two men have come forward to allege abuse in the institution.
Details of the claims are to be included in a dossier for the Minister for Justice.
The men want a Commission of Inquiry to be announced.
Michael Shine victims told files on new cases have been sent to Director of Public Prosecutions
Michael Shine victims hold Dáil meeting as calls continue for public inquiry into paedophile doctor
Man abused by Michael Shine also testified to scoping inquiry on abuse by Christian Brother
Gerard Murray said he’d feel “we’re only getting half an inquiry” if there is a Commission of Investigation to examine schools run by religious orders, but Shine’s victims are ignored.
"Even now we are not believed. We have to use the word 'alleged' which I really hate."
Victim says he skipped necessary medical treatment because of fears over Michael Shine
Victim of Michael Shine says he received abusive phone calls after he reported sexual assault
Michael Shine's abuse was a 'well known, open secret', says victim
'He was too revered': Victim believes Shine's crimes against children were overlooked
'I shouldn't have to waive my anonymity but the truth matters more to me'