Lucy Nugent
IrelandexecutiveFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Lucy Nugent is the chief executive of Children’s Health Ireland, who recently issued a formal apology to the family of Lily Daly for the hospital's role in the tragic and preventable death of the child in 2019, acknowledging the deep impact of the incident on the family.
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The apology, signed by the chief executive of CHI Lucy Nugent, was read to the High Court.
Family settles action against Children’s Health Ireland over death of son (15) – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-23
Lucy Nugent is the chief executive of Children's Health Ireland.
Families await answers as HSE extends orthopaedic investigation beyond initial cases – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-11
Children’s Health Ireland chief executive Lucy Nugent expressed the emotional significance of helping the children of Gaza.
Seven seriously ill children evacuated from Gaza to Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-27
CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent was told on Tuesday evening about the move.
What will the HSE’s takeover of Children’s Health Ireland mean for patients? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24
Lucy Nugent, chief executive of CHI, has apologised to the children and families affected by the recent revelations.
Report into potential CHI waiting list irregularities ‘not suitable’ for Garda investigation, HSE says – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-05
Lucy Nugent is the chief executive of Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) who received a letter from consultants regarding the use of Israeli medicines.
More than 50 consultants urge State to stop using Israeli medicines where ‘viable alternatives’ exist – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent shared legal advice that CHI had received which it said supported its decision not to publish the internal report.
Children’s Health Ireland spent years challenging ‘defiant’ staff, says resigning doctor – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-07
Lucy Nugent is the chief executive of CHI who signed the apology letter regarding Eveen's diagnosis delay.
CHI apologises for delay in diagnosing liver cancer in toddler who later died – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-15
Bernard Gloster has confidence in the new chief executive of Children’s Health Ireland, Lucy Nugent.
€100m spent on firms that use HSE facilities and staff after hours to cut waiting lists – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-02
Lucy Nugent, chief executive of CHI, said multidisciplinary team review clinics for the 500 children identified in the audit have started.
Some children who had hip surgery may not have reviews until next year, committee told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-19
Lucy Nugent is the CHI chief executive leading the transformation programme.
Public Accounts Committee recalls CHI and HSE following fresh revelations about alleged patient referrals – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-29
Following the publication of the audit, CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent said the organisation is 'currently standardising care across all CHI sites, so all children receive the same high-quality treatment no matter where they are seen'.
Children’s Health Ireland may be merged into HSE following recent controversies – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-28Bernard Gloster has requested a copy of the report from the new CHI chief executive, Lucy Nugent.
CHI consultant who allegedly referred public patients to his own weekend clinic faced no disciplinary action – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-27Mr Gloster said he had spoken to the CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent and has asked for a copy of the report.
Health staff found ‘ingratiating themselves financially’ will be referred to gardaí, HSE chief says – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-25Lucy Nugent, chief executive of CHI, accepted the findings and apologized to impacted families.
Almost 70% of operations in two children’s hospitals ‘unnecessary’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-23
Lucy Nugent, chief executive of Children’s Health Ireland, apologized for the breakdown in trust with patients.
Numbers working on children’s hospital project dropped by third since January, politicians hear – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-22
A new CHI chief executive, Lucy Nugent, took up the role in January this year.
Former Children’s Health Ireland boss kept salary of almost €184k in new role – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-15
CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent stated the organization's commitment to robust governance and compliance processes.
Parents of patients call for public inquiry into spinal surgery scandal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-16
CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent addressed issues of poor performance and non-compliance with policies.
More departures from Children’s Health Ireland expected after Hiqa report finds use of springs in surgery ‘wrong’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-09
Lucy Nugent, chief executive of Children’s Health Ireland, apologised to the families affected, describing what happened as 'unacceptable'.
Taoiseach says use of unauthorised springs ‘beyond comprehension’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-08
Lucy Nugent, chief executive of Children’s Health Ireland, apologized to the families affected by the surgical issues.
Use of unauthorised springs in scoliosis surgery at Temple Street was ‘wrong’, says Hiqa – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-08
Lucy Nugent expressed the hospital's profound regret over the tragic consequences for Lily's family.
Parents of girl (7) who died in Temple Street settle action over ‘tragic and preventable’ death – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-18
