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The Independent in Ireland talks to Bethany Homes survivor Derek Leinster

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Derek Leinster tells the Independent in Ireland that he was “left to rot” by the State because he is a Protestant.

Derek is a survivor of the Bethany mother and baby home claims and says he has never received any kind of redress and that he is determined to get justice for all survivors. 

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Derek Leinster is the author of Hannah’s Shame and Destiny Unknown.

Hannah’s Shame

This is a story of a young boy’s childhood spent in poverty because of the neglect of the Church of Ireland. Abandoned by his birth mother, this is an inspirational story of one boy’s search for who he is and his fight for justice. 

You can read the full description and buy the book on Amazon

Hannahs Shame front cover of book

 

Destiny Unknown – A true story

At 18 Derek fulfilled his dream to go to England and meet his destiny. This book is about his fight to establish a life for himself in a new country when the odds seemed against him.

You can read the full description and buy the book on Amazon

 

Destiny Unknown book cover