Tusla data shows 19 refugee children have gone missing from State’s care this year
Tusla data shows 19 refugee children have reportedly gone missing from the care of the State within the first six months of 2023. This is the highest level recorded in three years. According to data from the child and family agency, 11 of these children have gone missing in the past month. In 2023 so […]
3 years ago
UN says nearly 300 children have died in Mediterranean crossing this year
Almost 300 children have lost their lives so far this year while trying to cross the Mediterranean Sea to Europe, the United Nations has said. The UN has reported that 289 children are known to have died making the journey in the first half of this year. The figure is double from the one recorded […]
3 years ago
Protestors followed Baz Ashmawy after he helped build homes for refugees
“I had people following me” Baz Ashmawy has spoken out against protestors who attacked him after he helped build homes for Ukrainian refugees. The TV presenter and the DIY SOS crew helped build homes for refugees in the Kingston College area of Mitchelstown. Most people praised Baz and the team for helping refugees during such […]
3 years ago
Nearly 12,000 Ukrainian children have been enrolled in Irish schools
Most Ukrainian children are attending schools in Dublin. Nearly 12,000 Ukrainian children have enrolled in schools across the country. According to the Department of Education, most children are attending schools in Cork, Kerry, and Dublin. 7,400 Ukrainian children have enrolled in primary schools in Ireland. 4,400 children have enrolled in secondary schools. Most Ukrainian pupils […]
4 years ago
Government approves €400 monthly payment for households who take in Ukrainian refugees
Households will have to wait a few months for a first payment. Households hosting Ukrainian refugees will now be given a monthly payment of €400, it has been confirmed. Coalition leaders and Ministers made the decision on Thursday evening at a sub-committee meeting, during which accommodation and education for refugees were discussed. The agreement was made […]
4 years ago
5 year old Ukrainian boy arrives in Ireland for leukaemia treament
He was told to flee by doctors. A five year old Ukrainian boy has arrived in Ireland after fleeing the war torn capital of Kyiv in hopes of getting life saving medical treatment. Arriving in Cork on Monday, Leonid Shapoval and his family fled after being urged by doctors to leave Ukraine as their son […]
4 years ago