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  • 27 July 2017
  • Type: Press Release

  Digital age of consent should be realistic about young people’s internet usage

  The Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon, has welcomed the decision by cabinet to set the digital age of consent at 13. “Setting the digital age of consent at 13 years of age takes a more ...

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  • 24 July 2017
  • Type: Press Release

  Ombudsman for Children’s Office housing complaint shows children’s best interests not considered

  The Ombudsman for Children’s Office (OCO), today (Monday) published an investigation about children who were homeless for two years after leaving a domestic violence situation. This investigation revealed that decisions made based on incorrect information and the delay ...

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  • 20 July 2017
  • Type: Press Release

  The voices of children living in Direct Provision are finally heard

  The Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon, has welcomed the publication today (Wednesday) of a consultation with children and young people living in Direct Provision.  The consultation was conducted by the Department of Children and Youth ...

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  • 14 July 2017
  • Type: Press Release

  Ombudsman for Children’s Office launches Irish Language Scheme 2017-2020

  The Ombudsman for Children’s Office (OCO) has today (14 July) formally launched its first Irish Language Scheme, which will begin the process of providing Irish language services to the public over the next three years. The ...

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  • 6 July 2017
  • Type: Press Release
  • Topic: Mental Health

  We are failing children with mental health issues

  The Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon, today (Thursday) appeared before the Seanad Consultation Committee on Children’s Mental Health Services, outlining the need to overhaul mental health services putting children’s needs first and foremost. “At the ...

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  • 29 June 2017
  • Topic: Education

  Removing the baptism barrier in catholic schools goes a long way towards providing equal access for the majority

  “The confirmation by the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, that the Equal Status Act is to be amended is a positive step towards ensuring equal access to schools for the majority of children”, says ...

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  • 6 June 2017
  • Type: Press Release
  • Topic: Education

  Ombudsman for Children wishes students luck ahead of exams

  Students with learning difficulties are to be highly commended for their commitment The Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon, has wished all students beginning exams tomorrow the very best of luck, particularly those with learning difficulties ...

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  • 30 May 2017
  • Type: Press Release
  • Topic: Health

  Scoliosis Action Plan must mark an end to crisis management

  The Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon, has welcomed the publication of the long awaited Scoliosis Waiting List Action Plan and has said that the plan must mark the end of what has become the ongoing ...

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  • 29 May 2017
  • Type: Press Release
  • Topic: Child Protection

  All agencies of the state should be working together to protect children

  “The report published today, detailing the use by An Garda Síochána of their child protection powers clearly highlights an urgent need for improved interagency cooperation to protect young people”, says Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon. ...

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  • 25 May 2017
  • Type: Press Release
  • Topic: Housing

  Housing policy does not recognise the needs and rights of children

  “The news today that no accommodation of any kind was available for more than 30 children and their families is shocking, and highlights the impact that current housing policies are having on young people”, says Ombudsman ...