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Cork couple rejects the HSE's apology over the death of their baby boy at Cork University Maternity Hospital

Lana O'Connor
Lana O'Connor

11:22 17 Jul 2024


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A Cork couple has rejected the HSE's apology over the death of their baby boy at Cork University Maternity Hospital

Aidan and Amanda O'Reilly's baby boy Alfie died in his father's arms four days after his birth in July 2020

 

His parents settled an action against the HSE over his death but say their four year legal battle has left their trust in the health and justice system shattered

Speaking to RedFM News Amanda says the apology came four years too late

"It's an apology we had to ask for. The HSE weren't forthcoming with an apology. It's something that during our  mediation with the HSE that my husband Aidan and I asked for. So first of all, an apology that has to be requested is not one that's going to be accepted easily. So absolutely, we reject it. You can't  accept an apology that you've had to ask for, especially four years after the fact"

To listen to the interview in full click the link below

Cork couple rejects the HSE's apology over the death of their baby boy at Cork University Maternity Hospital

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Amanda and Aidan are fundraising for the charities that supported them during Alfie's short life and if you would like to help their campaign please click  here 


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