Elaine Loughlin

Sarah El Haïry was speaking in Dublin after France adopted laws banning access to social media for children under the age of 15

Provision of classrooms could also bring in much-needed income The education minister has been called on to mandate primary schools to provide classrooms outside of teaching hours to ease a childcare crisis in some areas.

Three members of the Defence Forces are to be sent to France, the UK, and the US in new roles aimed at advancing Ireland's security interests overseas.

The number of people applying to join the Naval Service has increased by 64% in the past year.

Almost 100 people have so far received payments under a State scheme for survivors of the Stardust nightclub tragedy.

Tackling online misinformation is one of five measures that European ministers have agreed must be addressed during an emergency meeting on migration.

The Government could extend excise cuts on petrol and diesel if the price at the pumps remains high next month, the public expenditure minister has signalled.

The Department of Education is to review primary school hours in a move that could lead to changes in the amount of time children spend in the classroom.

A heavy political and economic focus on two cash crops — beef and dairy — has left Irish consumers extremely vulnerable when it comes to the food that goes on our plate.

The OPW has paid out more than €31m in rent for properties across the country so far this year, leading to calls for a value-for-money review of leasing accommodation.