Ms Sainsbury was left unconscious for several minutes after the incident and was subsequently taken to the hospital. She said her concerns were not taken seriously by staff, adding that despite her daughter’s condition deteriorating, no updates were sent to Beaumont Hospital. Ms Sainsbury was subsequently transferred to Beaumont Hospital, where her parents were soon after informed that she was brain dead. Although she received the apology from the hospital, Ms Sainbury’s mother noted it was years after her death. Apologising on Tuesday for the failures, the hospital told the High Court that all recommendations arising from a review have been implemented.

Source: The Irish Times January 22, 2026 19:37 UTC