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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
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Aodhan O'Faolain & Justin Kelly

Enoch Burke back outside Wilson's Hospital School in Westmeath day after lost appeal and chaotic court scenes

Dismissed teacher Enoch Burke is back outside his old employer a day after he lost his appeal against orders directing him to stay away from Wilson's Hospital school.

There were violent and chaotic scenes at the Court of Appeal on Tuesday during the dismissal of Enoch Burke's application following his paid suspension from his teaching post.

Before the President of the Court of Appeal Mr Justice Birmingham was able to read out his decision the court was interrupted by shouting and roaring by members of the Burke family, who strongly criticised findings made by the court.

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