Event: National Missing Persons Day

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p>Murdered Bangor woman Lisa Dorrian’s sister Joanne and dad John release two white doves on the 16th anniversary of her disappearance. Photo: Alan Lewis</p>

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Relatives urged to provide DNA in bid to unlock mysteries of the missing

With the establishment of a DNA database system for use by gardaí to help them in identifying missing and unknown persons, Justice Minister Helen McEntee has used National Missing Persons Day to urge relatives of the missing to provide gardaí with DNA samples

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Brother of returned missing man: 'Ronan simply vanished'

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Family of missing Dublin couple believed to be murdered 'just want their bodies back'

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Message received: Students highlight dangers of sexting

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Not sharing information on missing people ‘prolongs the misery’

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Relatives of missing people criticise investigation

Funds shortage threatens future of missing persons helpline

The man behind Ireland’s only missing persons helpline is concerned that lack of government funding could see the charity close its doors within 12 months.

Tue, 06 Dec, 2016

Families of missing persons plead for more resources for searching

Families of two missing women are appealing for more resources for the Serious Crime Review Team in the hopes it will help them find their loved ones.

Sat, 03 Dec, 2016

Health in society - Mental health awareness

MORE than 9,000 people were reported missing here last year but thankfully, most were found safe and well.

Thu, 03 Dec, 2015

Students seek junior cycle course on human trafficking

TDs and senators are to send recommendations to Education Minister Ruairi Quinn from campaigning teenagers who want a junior cycle course to raise awareness on human trafficking.

Thu, 03 Apr, 2014

‘Twenty years on we still feel the pain’

Justice Minister Alan Shatter was visibly moved yesterday when he launched Missing Persons Day at Farmleigh House in Dublin.

Thu, 05 Dec, 2013

Remembering Ireland's missing persons

EVERY year thousands of people go missing in Ireland, causing much anguish and loneliness amongst their loved ones. It is difficult to imagine the scale of such pain.

Wed, 04 Dec, 2013