Áine Gladney-Knox

Áine Gladney-Knox is a prominent figure in Irish politics and a former Sinn Féin candidate for the Carlow-Kilkenny constituency. Recently, she has been in the news advocating for parents seeking reassurance regarding the necessity of hip surgeries performed on their children. Her personal experience as a mother, particularly concerning her son Archie's surgery for hip dysplasia, has brought attention to the ongoing audit of pediatric hip surgeries in Ireland, highlighting the emotional toll and uncertainty faced by families.