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⚠️ Every year the Irish State makes billions from exporting human and animal blood, tissue and organs. We are one of the largest exporters in the world despite having a relatively small country and population (so when you hear ads for blood shortages, now you know why there is no surplus). Ireland has also seen scandals relating to the illegal sale and supply of babies blood, tissues and organs to pharmaceutical companies. Done without parental permission (and in most cases they were not told or only told years later, they were also not compensated and were treated very callously). A tribunal into the shocking actions of hospitals was closed down by then Minister for Health Mary Harney. I've taken the liberty of providing a template below for anyone who wishes to know what happened to one of their own organs (placenta) after the birth of their child or children). Please be sure to provide a copy of your drivers licence or passport when making your request. Also fill in your own personal details and Hospital email etc. Also, if you haven’t opposed or opted out of the automatic opt in for organ donation, I recommend doing so. No government has the right to lay claim to your bodily organs. It is dystopian and there is more to it than the "helping others" and "greater good" narrative that is rolled out to manipulate and guilt trip you. FOI Letter: Address: [Hospital Address] Date: [Today’s Date] Subject: Freedom of Information Request – Records regarding disposal/retention of placenta Dear FOI Officer, Under the Freedom of Information Act, I am writing to request access to records held by [Name of Hospital] relating to the handling, storage, and final disposal of my placenta following the birth of my child. My Details: Full Name: [Your Name] Date of Birth: [Your DOB] Hospital Record Number (if known): [MRN Number] Date of Delivery: [Date you gave birth] Information Requested: I am seeking copies of all records (electronic or paper-based) regarding the following: Clinical notes or logs indicating whether my placenta was sent for pathological examination or histology. Any consent forms signed by me regarding the retention or disposal of the placenta. Records detailing the final method of disposal (e.g., incineration, sensitive disposal) and the date this occurred. If the placenta was retained for research or training purposes, please provide the specific authorization and details of its current status. I would prefer to receive these records via email if possible. If there are any fees associated with this request, please notify me in advance. I look forward to hearing from you within the statutory timeframe of four weeks. Yours faithfully, [Your Signature] [Your Phone Number/Email] Note: Proof of Identity: Most hospitals will ask for a copy of your Photo ID (like a passport or driver's license) to ensure they aren't releasing private medical data to the wrong person. It’s often faster to attach a scan of it to your initial email. Data Protection (GDPR) vs. FOI: While you can use FOI, hospitals often prefer a Subject Access Request (SAR) under GDPR for personal medical records. Both work, the FOI officer redirects you to the Data Protection officer. This won't delay your request. Be Specific: If you remember a doctor mentioning they wanted to "send it to the lab," add that detail. It helps the staff track down the specific pathology report.







At Oireachtas Committee On #Disability -Parents & #Carers Of #Disabled Adult Children Spoke Of Trauma, Fear & Moral Injury Of Terror Of What Will Happen To Our Children When We Die - Some Disclosed The Pain Of Wishing A Child Dying Before Them - Think. About. That. A Sick Society


This is the Deputy Prime Minister (Tánaiste) of Ireland, Simon Harris. Six years ago, while Minister for Health, he thought there had been 18 other Covid's before Covid 19. When later challenged about his ignorance he said "He was tired"



Older people are living longer with complex and overlapping challenges, according to a new report from charity Alone rte.ie/news/ireland/2…


The Indian Irish Medical Association conference in Co Meath has heard fresh calls for the removal of administrative barriers for Indian doctors who wish to register to work in Ireland rte.ie/news/ireland/2…

My latest for @genspect. We have paid for more breasts than penises to be cut off. Ireland's Spending Spree on Trans Surgeries Abroad open.substack.com/pub/genspect/p…


We have been calling this out for years...Ireland will not escape Islamic terrorism...now RTE have the guts to say the same thing, when its TOO LATE 🤬







Poll/Pobalbhreith - Dáil Éireann: SF: 25% (+1) FG: 16% (-2) FF: 16% SD: 8% INDIRL: 7% (+2) AON: 6% LAB: 4% GP: 3% PBP-S: 3% INDs & Others: 12% +/- vs. 25 March/Márta 2026 Via @REDCResearch/@BusinessPostHQ D: April/Aibreán 2026 S: — #Ireland #Poll




