with Hannah Kelly
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.
Storm Chandra Brings Flooding And Commuter Delays In Kildare
Met Eireann is warning of fallen trees, flooding and hazardous driving conditions, along with a risk of wave overtopping near the coast.
Storm Chandra Brings Status Yellow Wind Warning To Kildare
Met Eireann says showers onto already saturated ground are likely to cause flooding and difficult travelling conditions
Kill Store Manager Speaks About Abuse Faced By Retail Workers As Businesses Promote "Kindness Week"
36 per cent say abuse has related to ethnicity or race, while 34 per cent say its related to gender or sex.
Over €10m Paid Out In Kildare To Refurbish 185 Vacant Or Derelict Homes
Figures published today by the Department of Housing show €10.14 million has been issued to Kildare applicants since the scheme launched in July 2022.
Kilcock To Get DART Services Under First Phase Of DART+ West Project, Says Kildare TD
The confirmation comes as double-tracking and electrification are now planned from Maynooth to Kilcock, extending the electrified DART network into the town.
Kildare Students Advised To Submit CAO Applications Ahead Of February 1 Deadline
Kildare North Fianna Fail TD and Further and Higher Education Minister James Lawless said students have more choices than ever before with a wide range of high-quality pathways available.
Gardai And Wildlife Officers Carry Out Joint Operation Targeting Illegal Hunting In South Kildare
Gardaí And Wildlife Officers Carry Out Joint Operation Targeting Illegal Hunting In South Kildare
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