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Injunction sought against use of Covid-19 vaccines on children

Date
2022-11-14

Stage
Hearing Or Decision

Primary locality
Limerick

Summary

An injunction has been sought in the High Court to prevent the administration of Covid-19 vaccines or booster shots to children aged between five and 11 years until 'full information' about alleged risks is made available to the public. The action was brought by Sharon Browne and David Egan against the Taoiseach Michael Martin, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly, the HSE, and former Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan. The applicants claim the injunction is necessary to protect children's rights and assert that alleged vaccine harms breach the Irish Constitutional Right to bodily integrity. The State and HSE oppose the action, represented by David Leahy SC, who deny claims about vaccine safety. Ms Browne alleges her mother died in 2021 from adverse effects of the vaccine, while Mr Egan claims to have gathered global evidence suggesting vaccine harm. Both claimants state their action is motivated by concerns for younger and vulnerable people. The applicants also sought pre-trial motions, including an amendment to the proceedings and a protective costs order. The matter was briefly before Mr Justice Brian O'Moore on Monday, who adjourned the case to a date in December to allow clarification of technical matters.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Injunction sought against use of Covid-19 vaccines on children. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

2022-11-14 Publication

Why: The matters were briefly before Mr Justice Brian O'Moore on Monday, who adjourned the case in order to a date in December. CNI source report