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Decision on Commission of Investigation into Actions of Shamed Doctor Expected Shortly
The Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill confirmed she has received a paper from the Dignity4Patients, the group which represents the 384 victims and their families about what should happen next in their crusade for justice.
Oct 13


21 new victims of Michael Shine came forward this summer
21 new victims of paedophile monster Michael Shine have come forward this summer.
Aug 30


Radio Interview – Aired 15.08.2025
Adrienne Reilly, CEO of Dignity4Patients, joined Ken Murray on The Agenda to share the latest update on the campaign for a public inquiry into the abuse perpetrated by former surgeon Michael Shine.
Aug 14


A victim of historical abuse in Ireland on confronting his attacker twenty years on
A MAN WHO was raped by a former social worker and court clerk embroiled in the notorious Kincora Boys’ Home scandal has spoken publicly for the first time about the abuse he suffered.
Aug 9


State to deliver 'bespoke response' to calls for public inquiry into surgeon's decades of abuse
THE HEALTH MINISTER has told victims of paedophile Michael Shine that she is working to deliver “an appropriate and bespoke response” to address serious issues raised around his abuse.
Jul 29


Minister for Health (Jennifer Carroll MacNeill) responds to victims' call for an investigation.
Dignity4Patients, representing the victims and survivors of Michael Shine, welcomes the recent correspondence from Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD.
Jul 19


Radio Interview – Aired 01.07.2025
Dignity4Patients CEO Adrienne Reilly talks to Ken Murray of LMFM Radio regarding the short paper submission by victims of Michael Shine to Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll McNeill outlining the wants and needs of victims in an investigation / public inquiry into the state failings regarding their abuse.
Jun 30


Dignity4Patients - Press Statement 30.06.2025
VICTIMS REPLY TO MINISTER FOR HEALTHS REQUEST TO OUTLINE THEIR PARTICULAR ASKS FROM A COMMISSION OF INVESTIGATION
Jun 30


Victims of paedophile Michael Shine outline what an inquiry into his abuse would look like
VICTIMS OF PAEDOPHILE Michael Shine today published a document detailing how they believe a public inquiry should be conducted to investigate longstanding claims that authorities were aware of the abuse for decades.
Jun 30


Minister Receives Letter from Victims Outlining their Asks for an Investigation
Dignity4Patients CEO Adrienne Reilly responded to the Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill's request for a short paper on the 'wants' of victims and survivors of Michael Shine.
Jun 30


Doctor accused of possessing over 5000 child abuse files
A doctor allegedly busted in possession of more than 5000 files of child abuse material is no longer employed.
Jun 26


Eight more men come forward alleging sexual abuse by paedophile surgeon Michael Shine
EIGHT MORE MEN have come forward with allegations of sexual abuse against the disgraced former surgeon Michael Shine.
The fresh claims come just weeks after Shine’s first media interview, when the unrepentant convicted paedophile told The Journal that he had no remorse for his crimes.
Jun 4


‘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 10


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 6


"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 6


'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 5


Michael Shine refusing to cooperate with gardai over new allegations
Convicted paedophile Michael Shine refuses to speak to Gardaí 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 4


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 1


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.
Apr 30


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 29
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