An Garda Síochána has opened an investigation into a former senior football coach following allegations from female footballers that he made unwanted sexual advances on players in the 1990s.
An Garda Síochána has opened an investigation into a former senior football coach following allegations from female footballers that he made unwanted sexual advances on players in the 1990s.The women's allegations came to light during an investigation conducted jointly by RTÉ Investigates and the Sunday Independent and over a two-and-a-half-year period.
Mr Cooke said:"I wanted to make you aware of an upcoming media story relating to a series of allegations of historical abuse of women involved in football in the 1990s. You may see the story promoted over the coming days and I wanted to give you the reassurance that the association is treating this matter with the utmost importance and is engaging both with the women involved and the relevant authorities.
"I feel sad, first of all, that I'm not the only one. It's terrible. I hope to God this never ever happens to any other girl out there ever again," one interviewee said.A Garda spokesman confirmed they had begun an investigation into"at least one complaint." The Play It Right campaign - which is to be rolled out to clubs across the country - will promote good behaviour and promote a confidential independent helpline and website for anyone who wants to report a serious concern anonymously.
The association said it contacted the gardai and Tusla about the cases, in accordance with mandatory reporting requirements and its own safeguarding and child welfare regulations.
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