Charities Regulator fears illegal group infiltrated Dublin non-profit
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A Dublin-based charity, Liberty Recycling, is under criminal investigation following fears from the Charities Regulator that it may have been infiltrated by an illegal organization, potentially diverting a significant amount of money. This development comes amidst broader discussions on societal issues.
New research indicates that over a quarter of adults in the country have experienced sexual violence, with women and bisexual individuals identified as being at higher risk. This study coincides with the conviction of former De La Salle school principal Con Desmond for sexually abusing a pupil between the late 1970s and early 1980s. Separately, an analysis of 2,000 anonymous reports has shed light on the prevalence of abuse within Irish universities.
In other news, Mayo's All-Ireland football champions have been recognized with six All-Star awards, while nurses at Naas General Hospital have initiated indefinite industrial action due to a critical staffing shortage. The new DAA chief is set to receive an annual salary of €380,000, and demand for emergency preparedness items like wireless radios and battery lamps has surged following the distribution of 'Be Emergency Ready' booklets.