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<p>Roderic O’Gorman may as well have been talking to the wall as he began his International Women's Day statement: Apart from Leas Ceann Comhairle Catherine Connolly, the Dáil was empty as he started his speech. Picture: Oireachtas TV</p>

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Elaine Loughlin: The Dáil should mark the next International Women's Day with real change
A minister speaking to an empty chamber is an apt metaphor: Instead of generic woman-themed speeches, politicians should use IWD to progress laws that make real differences to the lives of women
<p>While the pandemic severely impacted attendance, the surge in 'unexplained' school absences is causing particular concern. File picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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<p>The upheaval caused by covid-related school closures put additional demands on the Tusla Education Support Services (TESS), according to Sinn Féin education spokeswoman Sorca Clarke. Stock picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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McHugh 'very open' to expanding summer support for kids with extra needs
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'The net result is not more women': Ex TD questions why gender quotas not having desired effect
'The net result is not more women': Ex TD questions why gender quotas not having desired effect
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