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In contact with GRO
After the incident with the Information Commissioner’s office, we contacted the GRO, who expressed concern and advised sending a detailed communication about the propaganda conversation with the ICO. We filled in a GR5 form as requested, but have not received a response yet.
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New attempt to contact ICO in regard to noncompliance with section 10 offences.
A complaint was filed to the ICO, but the case officer and entity in breach of offenses did not respond. The lack of compliance and communication led to frustration, with the ICO referring to the case officer for resolution, despite the claim that the officer is fictitious and unresponsive. No progress has been made.
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Are the children in care system feral?
The story of Genie Wiley, a feral child kept in isolation for 13 years by her parents, sheds light on the consequences of such treatment. Despite attempts to study her case for the benefit of future children, the system failed her. This tragic story raises questions about the care system’s impact on children like Genie…
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Social worker gets eight years.
A social worker, Thomas Proctor, has been sentenced to 8 years in prison for multiple rapes and sexual assaults. Described as a “calculated predator,” Proctor denied the accusations but was found guilty of 11 charges. The case raises questions about professionals with findings of domestic abuse in family courts continuing to work with women.
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Is the ICO unable to enforce Section 10 offences.
Martin Newbold contacted the ICO with dissatisfaction over their handling of information complaints. He expressed frustration over lack of communication and accused the case officer of inaction. Despite his plea for help, the chat representative could only advise contacting the case officer directly. Martin remains concerned about justice in family court.
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Growing Concerns over graves in Milltown
Concerns have been raised about maintenance work at Belfast’s Milltown Cemetery potentially disturbing unmarked graves of infants. Nuala McAllister MLA expressed “no confidence” unless there is full transparency. She highlighted the impact on mothers and criticized the handling of women in childbirth and stillborn babies by the Catholic Church.
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Parental Alienation expert now advises court
An expert, previously disciplined for breaching ethics, has been appointed to advise family court despite criticism from a UN Human Rights expert. Allegedly, High Court Judges are aware of the concerns, raising questions about the appointment’s propriety. (Word count: 37)
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In The News
The latest child welfare concerns include a potential child trafficking case in Portsmouth on April 11, 2025. Family court statistics indicate a rise in adoptions, and changes in family law fees are expected. Additionally, oral trusts for gifts to grandchildren may not be sufficient. Karen Woodhall discusses the Irish Mail on Sunday in her blog.
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latest family court statistics reveal, Adoptions are on the rise
Image Credit:PeskyMonkey, Istock HOME NEWS | LOCAL NEWS | N. IRELAND At the moment that doesn’t amount to much data, but the tool will become more useful if and when these data sets evolve. It is not surprising that the figures are on the up as the government unveiled new plans that it said it…
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Why oral trusts aren’t sufficient for gifts to grandchildren via their parents
iStock Credit:Ildar Abulkhanov Well, if you like me thought you could write a will and that would be it, think again. As this it now getting really silly. A good person wrote: “A good person leaves an inheritance to their children’s children” is a little twist on an old proverb. But a wise grandparent will…