Harvey Morrison Sherratt
Harvey Morrison Sherratt was a nine-year-old boy from Clondalkin, Dublin, who tragically passed away following a deterioration in his health after years of waiting for spinal surgery. Born with complex health conditions, including spina bifida and scoliosis, Harvey faced numerous challenges in accessing timely healthcare. His death has highlighted significant issues within Ireland's disability services, prompting his parents to advocate for the rights of children with disabilities.
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Harvey Morrison Sherratt was a nine-year-old boy who died after waiting for spinal surgery.
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Harvey Morrison Sherratt, a nine-year-old boy, died after waiting for spinal surgery.
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Harvey, who had scoliosis and other health issues, died aged nine in July after waiting a number of years for surgery.
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Harvey Morrison Sherratt was a nine-year-old boy who died after waiting for spinal surgery.
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Harvey Morrison Sherratt died in July after long-delayed spinal surgery.
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Harvey, who had scoliosis and spina bifida, died in July at the age of nine.
Government commits to CHI inquiry after meeting Harvey Morrison Sherratt’s parents – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-29
Harvey Morrison Sherratt's parents are leading a campaign against Simon Harris following his death.
Threats to Simon Harris are a red alert for Irish society – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-10
Harvey Morrison Sherratt received long-delayed surgery for scoliosis and spina bifida but died following a sudden deterioration.
articulate, calm, grieving – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-28
Harvey, who was non-verbal, was born with complex health conditions including spina bifida and scoliosis.
Minister for Health to meet surgeons over scoliosis waiting lists and ‘cultural problem’ at CHI – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-24Harvey Morrison Sherratt was a nine-year-old boy who died after waiting years for spinal surgery.
Hundreds gather in Dublin to remember Harvey Morrison Sherratt – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Harvey Morrison Sherratt was a nine-year-old boy who died after waiting years for spinal surgery.
Father of Harvey Morrison Sherratt says his son was ‘abandoned’ by disability services – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-21