Ireland has joined the UK in banning the controversial violent video game Manhunt 2, it was confirmed today.

GARDAÍ have reacted angrily to Government plans to close one of the busiest garda stations in Dublin.

The National Parents' Council has called for a more in-depth and rational debate on the issue of pornography and censorship in Ireland.

The Film Censor, John Kelleher, has announced changes to the certificate categories awarded to films cleared for screening in Ireland.

Drug-taking and violence are the main concerns for Irish parents when it comes to the films their children are watching, according to a survey published today by the Film Censor.