In September, 2013, the Department of Education and Skills introduced new procedures requiring all schools to formally adopt and implement an anti-bullying policy within the framework of their overall code of conduct.

Social media giants Facebook and Snapchat will trial a new service providing direct support to victims of cyberbullying, a royal campaign has announced.

Bantry singer and special needs assistant Claire Hayden is determined to raise awareness of the effect bullying has on children.