Just because someone is non-religious doesn't mean they don't want a sense of occasion to surround the many milestones of their life. Kelly O'Brien talks to two couples who tied the knot in humanist wedding ceremonies.

The number of humanist ceremonies taking place in Ireland is on the rise, with more than 100,000 people attending such events last year.

Four multi-denominational primary schools will open this September, according to Education Minister Jan O’Sullivan, in an effort to provide parents with an alternative to faith-based education.

CHOOSE to get married on a cliff off the Irish coast.

ANYONE interested in sailing or boating holidays? If so, it should be worth going to Malahide, Co Dublin, for this weekend’s Boat Show where holiday offers are available from €280 per person.