Judge to review case for Shine inquiry

MORE than 150 people are expected to hold one-to-one meetings with the High Court judge appointed to determine whether an inquiry should be held into allegations of abuse against Drogheda surgeon Michael Shine.

Health Minster Mary Harney yesterday announced the appointment will be made in the coming weeks of a judge who will decide whether a commission could come up with new information and if it would be in the public interest.

The minister also promised a group representing alleged victims that she would look into the issue of compensation for those affected.