Thu Sep 26 15:01:31 UTC 2024: ## Hospital Consultant Seeks Injunction Against HSE Suspension Following Teen’s Death
**Limerick, Ireland** – A High Court application is set to be heard next month by a hospital consultant seeking an injunction to prevent the HSE (Health Service Executive) from suspending him pending a disciplinary process. The process relates to the death of 16-year-old Aoife Johnston.
Professor Brian Lenehan, chief clinical director for the University of Limerick Hospital Group, is seeking the injunction. The court heard the case today.
The disciplinary process is being undertaken by the HSE following Aoife Johnston’s death. The nature of the allegations against Professor Lenehan has not been disclosed.
This case has raised significant concern about the circumstances surrounding Aoife Johnston’s death and the ensuing disciplinary process against Professor Lenehan. The High Court’s decision on the injunction will likely provide further insight into the situation.
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