It's time to hail the efforts of those working with the most vulnerable and volatile children during the pandemic period, writes Conor Fottrell

The current restrictions are likely to cause serious difficulties for young people in special care - and the staff who work with them, writes Conor Fottrell.

A senior lawyer whose firm acts on behalf of Tusla has warned that restrictions imposed because of the coronavirus outbreak could potentially lead to assaults on staff in special care facilities.