Organisation: National Children’s Office

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

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Loophole just part of a pattern of State’s neglect of children: report

THE legal loophole which allowed ‘Mr A’ to walk free from court despite having sex with a 12-year-old girl is symptomatic of the Government’s inaction on children’s rights, according to the authors of a major new report which will be presented to the UN.

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Seven-year study to track well-being of children

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Garda investigation after suicide of 13-year-old schoolgirl

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Students warned against binge drinking dangers

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Long-term target to provide cheaper childcare

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New guidelines help children shape own future

Increase in suicide by young men blamed on Celtic Tiger social changes

THE social changes brought about by the Celtic Tiger economy have contributed to rising suicide rates among young men.

Wed, 24 Nov, 2004

New research highlights methods of preventing suicide

A new report from the National Children’s Office has revealed new ways of reducing the suicide rate among young people in Ireland.

Tue, 23 Nov, 2004

32-playground bonanza for children

THOUSANDS of children are to benefit from a multi-million euro plan to build 32 playgrounds throughout the country, it was announced yesterday.

Thu, 22 Jul, 2004

Nationwide playgrounds plan a boost for children

Thousands of children are to benefit from a multi-million euro plan to build 32 playgrounds throughout the country, it was announced today.

Wed, 21 Jul, 2004

Students ‘failing to tackle issues’

STUDENTS do not have a proper system to tackle problems such bullying, drug abuse and underage drinking, the Union of Secondary Students (USI) said yesterday.

Wed, 24 Mar, 2004

Play policy aims to put fun back in children’s lives

CHILDREN, some as young as three, have told a government agency: “We want to have fun.”

Mon, 08 Mar, 2004