with Eoin Beatty
Ireland defines the family as one created through marriage.
Labour is calling for a change in how the family is defined.
The only legally recognised family in Ireland at present is that created through marriage.
Labour’s Children’s spokesperson Ivana Bacik says there’s a gap in protection for thousands of people as a result
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42 Brazilians, Including 15 Serving Prison Sentences, Deported From Ireland Since June
None of the 42 people had permission to be in the country.
Tusla Asked To Review Closed Child Cases As Minister Seeks Assurances That There Are No Similar Incidents
It comes as Gardaí examine an area of open land near Donabate for the second day, as part of the search for the seven-year-old, who is presumed dead.
ISPCC Appeals For Volunteers Amid Spike In Calls From Children Struggling With Loneliness
The service is appealing for volunteers at units across the country.
Large Group Of FF TDs Criticise Education Minister Over Handling Of Strike Action By School Staff
Helen McEntee is being accused of being hands off, and the Government TDs want her to outline the steps being taken to end the dispute.
Garda Commissioner Considers The Use Of Tasers By Frontline Gardaí
Fromer GAA Manager Jim Gavin And MEP Billy Kelleher Battle To Become FF's Presidential Candidate
Kildare North Fianna Fail TD James Lawless said competition "is good".
Local School Profile: What Happens When The People Who Keep Schools Running Go On Strike
Up to 30 calls a day are going unanswered, payroll has been delayed, and recruitment for a bus escort is on hold due to Garda vetting processing delays.
Kildare TD Martin Heydon To Lead Fine Gael’s Presidential Campaign For Heather Humphreys
The move was confirmed by Tánaiste and party leader Simon Harris.
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