Irish state has 'culture of denial' on violations of children's rights

Irish state has 'culture of denial' on violations of children's rights

The Irish State has developed a “culture of denial and obstruction” when it comes to facing its responsibility for the historical violations of children’s rights, leading to significant trauma for victims.

The Irish State has developed a “culture of denial and obstruction” when it comes to facing its responsibility for the historical violations of children’s rights, leading to significant trauma for victims.

That’s according to Dr Conor O'Mahony, the Special Rapporteur on Child Protection, whose first annual report has been published today.

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