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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.
Fianna Fáil Councillors Carmel Kelly And Veralouise Behan Appointed To Top Kildare Council Roles
Both were formally presented with their chains of office and will serve one-year terms, effective immediately.
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Kildare County Council Says Access To Inspection Reports Into Dog Breeding Sites "Not Publicly Available"
That's despite growing scrutiny of Ireland’s booming designer puppy trade.
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The individuals arrested include one man in his 30s and two juveniles.
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"Food Tourism" Narrative Not Helpful: Naas Point Community Outreach Challenges Misinformation
While the term has been levelled at the organisation, Maud Nolan said food tourism might exist in other places but not at Naas Point.
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