Ombudsman: Upturn does not benefit children most in need

The state’s most vulnerable children are not benefiting from the economic upturn and use of words like “inclusiveness” and “equality” are sometimes little more than lip service, according to the Ombudsman for Children.

In his annual report 2018, Niall Muldoon said it was “increasingly frustrating” that despite the state’s improved finances, there was no trickle down to those most in need.