Overhaul of law around cyber-bullying urged

A radical overhaul of legislation around cyberbullying is needed as it is spiralling out of control, according to a leading law expert.

A recent survey by the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals found 16% of Irish students have experienced bullying online — a 33% increase on last year.

Up to 14% of students who took part in the recent first national study into bullying have admitted they have been cyber-bullied.