Call for safeguarding authority after male resident in HSE home inappropriately touched vulnerable female
Briefly

David Cullinane expressed shock at the HSE's failure to implement safeguarding measures, emphasizing that serious incidents must be reported to ensure transparent investigations.
The unpublished review indicated staff lacked awareness of the previous incident, demonstrating a grave failure in enforcing safeguarding protocols and neglecting vulnerable individuals.
Cullinane called for the establishment of a safeguarding authority to oversee safeguarding practices in facilities, highlighting the need for legislative reform and accountability.
He stated the underreporting of serious incidents since 2016 raises concerns over safeguarding practices, urging immediate legislative reform to protect vulnerable residents.
Read at Irish Independent
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