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The St John Ambulance organisation has been rocked by a report into its handling of child sexual abuse allegations. Jack Power tells Bernice Harrison what the report uncovered and where it leaves the century-old volunteer group.


This episode contains descriptions of child sexual abuse.


The Tusla helpline for anyone affected by abuse in St John Ambulance can be contacted on 045 839375


Produced by Declan Conlon.


With additional editing by Bryan O'Brien.


Thanks to Mick Finnegan.

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