Man in his 70s alleges sexual abuse in High Court action

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A man in his 70s alleges sexual and physical abuse by a former teacher in a High Court civil action, reported on 30 June 2022.

He says the alleged abuse happened when he was a primary school pupil more than 60 years ago, at a school run by the teacher’s religious order.

He seeks damages from the teacher and the religious order, alleging it failed to protect him; both defendants deny the allegations.

The report describes the action as being heard by a civil jury.

This report covers an earlier stage of the case. Later developments are not reported here.