Mark Ryan
Mark Ryan was a former pupil at Blackrock College in Dublin, who, along with his brother David, publicly shared their experiences of abuse at the school. Their testimonies contributed to the increased awareness and subsequent investigations into the allegations of abuse perpetrated by members of the Spiritan religious order, leading to significant settlements for survivors.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 2 | 5.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 6,599 | $5,100 | 7$ |
| Totals | 2 | 5,030,000 | 6,599 | $5,100 | 7$ |
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Recent Mentions
Ireland:
The late Mark Ryan was mentioned for coming forward about abuse, prompting a government inquiry.
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Ireland:
Mark Ryan outlined how he had been sexually abused at the Spiritan-run Blackrock College in the 1970s.
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New Zealand:
Mark Ryan introduced new laws in Queensland targeting hooning activities.
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Australia:
Mark Ryan is a former adviser to Paul Keating and has been a long-time adviser to the Lowy family.
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New Zealand:
Lawyer Mark Ryan said at the time his client turned to drugs and gangs after his father was killed by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan.
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Ireland:
Mark Ryan, the late brother of David Ryan, was also a victim of abuse at Blackrock College.
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