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Breaking News: Tusla Plans to Reduce Special Care Referrals as Bed Shortage Intensifies
Tusla plans to reduce special-care referrals as staff shortages leave children at extreme risk waiting for High Court-ordered…
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Breaking News: Tusla Whistleblower Asks Gardaí to Investigate Alleged Retaliation
A Tusla whistleblower has asked gardaí to investigate alleged retaliation and unlawful data handling after raising concerns about…
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Breaking News: Tusla Whistleblower Asks Gardaí to Investigate Alleged Retaliation
A former Tusla worker has asked gardaí to investigate alleged retaliation and unlawful conduct following a protected disclosure…
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Breaking News Ireland: Report Finds Irish Children Forced Into Criminality Are Being Punished Instead of Protected
A US State Department report says Irish children forced into criminality are being punished instead of identified and…
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Budget 2027: €7.5bn Package Targets Childcare, Disability and Child Protection
Budget 2027 delivers €7.5bn for childcare savings, disability services, respite care and stronger child protection supports across Ireland.
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Breaking News: More Than 75,000 Irish Secondary Students Missed at Least 20 School Days
More than 75,000 Irish secondary students missed at least 20 school days in 2024/25, new Tusla figures show.
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Breaking News: Tusla Warns Further Savings Could Hit Frontline Services
Tusla warns that further cost-saving measures could significantly affect frontline services for vulnerable children and families.
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Breaking News: Questions Raised Over Tusla’s Foster Carer Information
Questions have emerged about the accuracy of Tusla information on foster carers, raising concerns about records, safeguarding and…
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European Child Guarantee: Children’s Sculpture Takes Centre Stage at Irish Presidency Meeting
A child-designed snail sculpture highlights healthcare, housing and inclusion as EU representatives meet in Ireland to discuss the…
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Dingle Family Resource Centre: Áiseanna na hÓige Officially Opens in West Kerry
Áiseanna na hÓige has officially joined Tusla’s Family Resource Centre Programme, expanding Irish-language family support in West Kerry.
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Breaking News Ireland: Child Trafficking Report Raises Fresh Concerns
A new report on child trafficking in Ireland highlights safeguarding concerns and the need for stronger identification, protection…
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Family Resource Centres: €1.36 Million Capital Fund Announced Across Ireland
Ireland’s 136 Family Resource Centres will each receive €10,000 from a new €1.36 million capital fund for local…
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Breaking News: HIQA Finds Serious Staffing Shortfalls at Crannóg Nua Special Care Unit
HIQA has found serious staffing shortfalls at Crannóg Nua, raising fresh concerns over safe care for highly vulnerable…
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Breaking News: Dublin court grants emergency protection order after woman alleges years of abuse by father
A Dublin court has granted an emergency protection order after a woman alleged years of abuse by her…
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First 5 Progress Report: Minister Foley publishes 2025 update on supports for babies, young children and families
Minister Norma Foley has published the 2025 First 5 progress report, outlining childcare, parenting, health and family support…
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Breaking News: Tusla Special Care Services for Vulnerable Children Near Crisis, Staff Warn
Staff have warned Tusla’s special care system is nearing crisis, with bed shortages, safety fears and urgent calls…
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Guardian ad Litem: gov.ie Launches National Service Knowledge Hub Ahead of 2026 Start
gov.ie has launched a Guardian ad litem National Service knowledge hub ahead of the new Ireland child care…
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Care Experiences Programme: New gov.ie Publications Highlight Foster Care Retention and Young Adults Leaving Care
New gov.ie publications examine foster carer retention, aftercare, and the education journeys of care-experienced young adults in Ireland.
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Breaking News: Survivor Speaks Out After Tusla False Allegation Battle Highlights Coercive Control Risks
A survivor’s account of rape and a Tusla false allegation battle is raising urgent questions about coercive control…
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Children Disability Equality: Department Opens Disability Act 2005 Review Consultation on gov.ie
gov.ie has opened a public consultation on the Review of the Disability Act 2005 through the Department of…