Broadcast rules could stifle referendum debate, say children’s rights advocates

Campaigners in the children’s referendum have warned that broadcasting rules in the lead-up to the vote could inhibit coverage of the issues and stifle debate on the proposed change to the Constitution.

RTÉ chiefs will meet later this week to discuss the dilemma of covering the campaigns and adhering to broadcasting guidelines.

Children’s rights advocates have rejected claims the referendum is a waste of money and said a yes vote would lead to huge legal and cultural changes for young people. Launching a national campaign for a yes vote in the Nov 10 referendum, children’s groups said they would work together.