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Placenta post mortem doctor gives evidence at Savita inquest
Date Published: 17-Apr-2013
Questioning of expert witness, Dr. Peter Boylan, a former Master at the National Maternity Hospital has now concluded.
Earlier, Dr.Boylan told the inquest that had Ms. Halappanavar had a termination on the Monday of Tuesday of her time in hospital, it is highly likely she would not have died.
However he noted it was NOT a practicable position at that time because of the law as there was not a real and substantial risk to her life at that stage.
Following lengthy questioning by Barrister Eugene Gleeson, Dr.Boylan was questioned by HSE Senior Counsel Declan Buckley.
He asked if the rarity of this case is a difficulty visited upon nurses, doctors and right up to consultants – the expert witness agreed.
Legal representative Eileen Barrington also took up questioning.
She referred to a paragraph in the medical council guidelines related to exceptional circumstances where termination may be considered and asked would the rupturing of membranes have constituted this – the expert replied ‘No’.
His questioning has now concluded and Dr. Boylan has been discharged by the Coroner.
Dr. Frans Colesky is now giving his witness statement – he carried out the post mortem on the placenta.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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