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‘I believe the number abused by him in Ireland alone could be closer to 500’ – victim of disgraced surgeon Michael Shine calls for sealed review to be opened
I believe the number abused by him in Ireland alone could be closer to 500’ – victim of disgraced surgeon Michael Shine calls for sealed review to be opened
May 11


Victims' group calls for review of ruling 'being used' to stop paedophile Michael Shine from facing fresh trial
Victims' group calls for review of ruling 'being used' to stop Michael Shine from facing fresh trial
May 7


"I would have preferred to have had 50 years of a rotten appendix than have him ‘cure’ me"
After previously claiming in court that he couldn't recall any of his victims, the specifics Michael Shine shared in this interview challenge his defense of diminished mental capacity during the trial. Could this constitute perjury? The act of intentionally making false statements or misrepresentations while under oath.
May 7


'I know all about Michael Shine - every second fella you met had a Dr Shine story'
Michael Shine was a respected surgeon who got away with abusing children for decades, protected by a system that chose silence over justice. Hundreds of his victims are still waiting for answers. It’s time for a full #CommissionOfInvestigation to expose the truth and ensure this never happens again.". #VictimVoices #StopSexualAbuse #ProtectPatients
May 6


Michael Shine refusing to cooperate with gardai over new allegations
Convicted paedophile Michael Shine refuses to speak to Gardaà over new abuse claims, citing ill health, yet can give a 25 minute media interview.
370+ victims want justice, not money. Calls grow for a full inquiry into decades of cover-ups.
May 5


Michael Shine shows no remorse and claims accusers are motivated by money
Convicted paedophile Michael Shine shows no remorse, denies all abuse, and accuses his 370+ victims of lying for money. Even after serving prison time, he still claims innocence. Survivors deserve truth and justice—it's time for a full public inquiry to expose the cover-ups and protect future patients
May 2


Radio Interview – Aired 01.05.2025
An interview with Dignity4Patients CEO Adrienne Reilly who talks to LMFM about the victims and Dignity4Patients engagement with the Minister for Health this week regarding their request for a Commission of Investigation (Public Inquiry) and the Ministers response.
May 1


Radio Interview – Aired 30.04.2025
TE Radio 1's The Late Debate discusses the victims meeting with the Minister for Health and the progress for a Commission of Investigation.
Apr 30


More allegations made against paedophile Michael Shine in past ten days than any period in last 15 years
By Saoirse McGarrigle - The Journal - 29.04.2025 - {Michael Shine] - [IRELAND] MORE ALLEGATIONS HAVE been made against convicted...
Apr 29


Radio Interview – Aired.15.04.2025
Ken Murray speaks with Adrianne Reilly CEO , Dignity 4 Patients. - In advance of meeting with the Taoiseach on Wednesday re: Michael Shine Comission of Investigation
Apr 15


Health Minister to meet victims of Michael Shine.
LMFM News - 15/04/25 - [Michael Shine] - [IRELAND] Since January six more men have contacted the support group Dignity4Patients saying...
Apr 15


Radio Interview – Aired 22.03.2025
Victim of Michael Shine calls for a public inquiry into alleged abuses
Mar 22


State using private law firm as nuns continue attempts to raid Shine abuse fund
By Saoirse McGarrigle - The Journal - 20.03.2025 - {Michael Shine] - [IRELAND] A PRIVATE LAW firm is representing the State in an...
Mar 20


Health Minister to meet victims of Michael Shine
Victims of paedophile Michael Shine are to meet the Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill
Mar 20


Minister for Health agrees to meet with victims of Michael Shine following lengthy campaign
MINISTER FOR HEALTH Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has tonight confirmed that she will meet with victims of paedophile Michael Shine.
Mar 20


Call for commission of investigation as four new men allege they were molested by disgraced doctor
By John Kierans - Drogheda Independent - 11.03.2025 - [Michael Shine] - [IRELAND] Four new men of have come forward in the last month...
Mar 11


Jesuit report 'step in right direction' - One in Four - CEO
By RTE News - 13.02.2025 - [IRELAND - [Jesuit Abuse] The Chief Executive of One in Four has said she has no doubt that more people will...
Feb 13


Fresh raft of lawsuits filed against paedophile surgeon Michael Shine
Fresh raft of lawsuits filed against paedophile surgeon Michael Shine
Jan 3


Explainer - What is a Commission of Investigation?
By Diarmuid Brecknell  - Phoenix Law - 19.08.2024 - [Public Inquiry] - [Truth Recovery] A Commission of Investigation in Ireland is a...
Nov 14, 2024


Letter sent to Minister of Justice Requesting Meeting with Victims of Michael Shine
By Diarmuid Brecknell - Phoenix Law - 19.08.2024 - [Public Inquiry] - [Truth Recovery] Phoenix Law, instructed by several of the...
Nov 14, 2024
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