with Eoin Beatty
People believe there are better ways to spend the 9-million euro
A leading child protection expert has questioned the government's proposal to spend 9-million euro on school phone pouches.
The proposal is part of budget 2025 and is an attempt to keep students off their phones during the school day.
Fiona Jennings, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at ISPCC, says the money would be better spent on teaching children how to regulate their phone use.
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The arrested man is being held at a Garda station in the eastern region.
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Dr Loretta Nolan also noted a particular concern within the Defence Forces, suggesting that soldiers may hesitate to report health problems out of fear it could jeopardise a contract renewal or prevent them from being selected for overseas deployment.
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Detectives suspect the remains belong to missing child Daniel Aruebose, who would be seven years old.
European Commission Pushes First Major Measures Against Israel Since Gaza War
Sanctions against extremist settlers are also due to be announced, as tensions in the West Bank escalate.
Locals Could Pay Extra As Oireachtas Pushes For Content Levy On TV Streaming Services
That's despite the Media Minister shelving the plans earlier this year, saying people already pay enough for content.
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It comes ahead of an Oireachtas Committee on Higher Education today where students will discuss the rising cost of living.
Distracted Driver Holding Cigarette And Phone Fined €160 On N7
Already carrying nine points on his licence, he now faces a six-month driving disqualification under penalty point rules.
An Garda Síochána Launches Fresh Recruitment Drive
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly has encouraged anyone between the ages of 18 and 49 to consider applying.
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