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On the 25th November 2013 The Minister for Health Dr. James Reilly announced the appointment of Judge Yvonne Murphy to examine the feasibility of a compensation scheme for women who underwent a symphysiotomy, a controversial childbirth procedure. Of the estimated 1,500 women who underwent the procedure between the 1940s and 1980s, it is estimated that [...]
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Part IV of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012 which deals with bankruptcy is due to be commenced today. If you are considering applying to be adjudged bankrupt, the following are some important points to note: 1. Obligation to consider alternatives to Bankruptcy: The Personal Insolvency Act 2012 introduces new mechanisms to deal with personal debt [...]
