“Global solidarity has never been needed more, so we were strongly encouraged by the Programme for Government’s commitment to protecting Ireland’s overseas aid budget," said Caoimhe de Barra, CEO, Trócaire.

Eilís Mulroy, PLC, said that it is a “regressive move” for Fianna Fáil and the Green Party negotiating teams to have joined Fine Gael in supporting the introduction of “censorship zones” that breach civil liberties.

Education and Training Boards to measure demand for multi-denominational schools and consult with existing school owners such as the Church about the possible transfer of schools to a new model.

The CPSMA, the CPS and Iona Institute react to Education Minister’s proposed changes to the school admission system.

Promising start during Govt's first 100 days in office must now be followed with concrete action, children’s charity warns.

“Withdrawing vital child benefit from families struggling to keep their children in school will not tackle child poverty."

Citizens’ Assembly proposal has always been about paving the way for removing the only remaining legal protection for the unborn child.

Northern bishops outline ten questions for catholic voters to put to candidates standing in the Assembly elections.

The latest Department of Environment figures reveal 865 children living in hostels, B&Bs and hotels.