Woman denied job over incorrect vetting

A Co Donegal woman was denied a much-needed job in a nursing home after a Garda vetting form listed convictions she did not have.

Lorraine McGinty, aged 32, of The Cottages, Falcarragh, was chosen for the job in the west Donegal nursing home after interview but had the offer withdrawn after the Garda vetting form showed she had a drugs conviction from Drogheda and a public order offence from Dublin.

This week, Ms McGinty, appealed to know how this could happen and how her reputation might be restored, as the information on the Garda vetting form could prevent her travelling to the US or Australia, getting a job here, or taking part in some courses.