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Full coverage: Declan de Lacy

Senoptica exits examinership, despite misgivings of co-founder

Creditors backed by Steve Gidman's Fortress Technology stepped in to rescue the bio-tech start up with "very valuable" IP. Co-founders Brendan Rice and Steve Comby appeared in court to put their concerns about the proposal on the public record.

Alice Chambers
20th Jan, 2026 - 4 min read

Provisional liquidator appointed to controversial healthcare staffing agency

Fraudulent activity, including misusing funds, are among the allegations made against Gerard Chimbganda, director-shareholder of entities in the Good People group. Scandals include a worker's conviction for forging garda vetting papers.

Francesca Comyn
11th Dec, 2025 - 5 min read

Court winds up golden visa-backed retirement village scheme

A provisional liquidator was urgently appointed last week to protect creditors' interest in Clonmannon House, a property valued at circa €4 million. This Monday, the company was wound up following a petition by a Chinese investor.

Francesca Comyn
15th Apr, 2024 - 2 min read

On closer inspection: a Christmas tree trail that leads to Spain, Google and back to the High Court

Four months after the High Court appointed an inspector to WFS Forestry, non-cooperation has been the order of the day. Following a money trail to the UK and Spain, Declan de Lacy is seeking court orders to track down the company's assets.

Francesca Comyn
1st Dec, 2022 - 6 min read
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