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It’s been 10 years since Peter Robinson lost his son Ben after playing a rugby match
Karen Walton
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Karen Walton’s son Benjamin died as result of second-impact syndrome
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Governing bodies including IRFU and World Rugby named in case in Belfast High Court
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Ben Robinson (14) died from brain injuries suffered playing rugby. The hits are getting bigger and the evidence about their effects is mounting but the IRB is not tackling the issue head on
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