Ombudsman Muldoon warns Ireland is 'at a crossroads' of what can be achieved for children

Thu, 22 May, 2025 - 01:00

Jess Casey, Education Correspondent

Ireland is at a "crossroads" of what can be achieved for children, the Ombudsman for Children has warned, as his office continued to receive a high volume of complaints last year.

Niall Muldoon was speaking as the Ombudsman for Children's office launched its annual report for 2024.

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