Several ministers to push for resumption of Communions and Confirmations following Zappone controversy
Is it time to lift restrictions on Communions and Confirmations? Several ministers are calling for the resumption of both Communions and Confirmations. They believe it is only fair to change restrictions on religious services after the scandal surrounding Katherine Zappone this week. A senior source told The Irish Times that there is a strong chance […]
5 years ago
Minster Zappone announces new action plan to make childcare affordable
Welcome news for parents. Minister for Children Katherine Zappone revealed this week that she plans to put new rules in place for childminders across the country. These new rules aim to help more parents gain access to affordable childcare. Minister Zappone has said that under her new childminding action plan childminders will need to undergo […]
7 years ago
A powerful shrine is erected at Tuam to urge the Government to excavate the site
A public hearing was held on Monday.
8 years ago
From today – parents of children under three will get an extra €80 a month
It comes into effect on September 1.
9 years ago
Children’s Minister launches €4m childcare support campaign
Ireland has one of the most expensive childcare systems in the world.
9 years ago
Minister Katherine Zappone announces the death of her wife, Ann Louise
The minister shared the news in a statement this morning.
9 years ago