Conor Fottrell

Conor Fottrell

judge Ireland

Judge Conor Fottrell is a District Court judge in Ireland known for his focus on child welfare and family law. Recently, he has gained attention for his critical examination of Tusla, the child and family agency, following their failure to notify the courts about nearly 400 children without social workers, which he described as a 'catastrophic failure.' His inquiries have highlighted significant compliance issues within the agency, emphasizing the importance of accountability in the welfare of vulnerable children.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
10,060
Power
10$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 1 5.00 0.17% +20% 5,030,000 10,060 $5,100 10$
Totals 1 5,030,000 10,060 $5,100 10$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: Judge Conor Fottrell criticized the profiteering by private operators providing unregulated placements for vulnerable children. 9

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Judge criticises ‘shameful profiteering’ by private firms providing care placements for children – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Judge Conor Fottrell said it was 'extraordinary' that returning the child to the SEA from which they had absconded would be 'actually placing the child at risk'. 7

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Tusla could face ‘criminal liability’ over unregistered placements, court hears – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Judge Conor Fottrell said 'shocking' and 'concerning figures' arising from a court-directed inquiry outline the extent of the agency’s failure to comply with orders relating to children in State care. 3

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Court kept in dark about 400 without social workers – The Irish Times