Serious shortcomings at Kerry centre for people with disabilities

It was one of 29 reports from a number of similar homes carried out by the health watchdog in the last few months, with most found to be compliant.

Serious shortcomings at a residential centre for people with disabilities in Co Kerry were identified by inspectors from the State's health services watchdog during an unannounced inspection.

The centre in Rathmore operated by Kerry Parents and Friends Association comprises of three separate houses that are close to each other in the rural village.