Concerns about continuity of care as Tusla changes 3,000 children’s social workers
“If you read any research with care-experienced voices – every piece of research talks about the importance of continuity of care.”
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New Council Team to Push for Less Car Owning and More Car, Bike and Scooter Sharing
The “shared mobility unit” will encourage people to stop driving private cars so much, and opt instead for car-sharing, bike-sharing, e-bike-sharing or e-scooter-sharing services.
New Broadstone Plaza to Open in Two Weeks, Says Council
It’s more than two years since construction began on the open space near the Broadstone Luas stop.
The Environmental Movement in Dublin Suffers from a Lack of Diversity, Reps Say
Lacking diverse voices means missing out on insights and contributions, says Giuliana Castañeda, who volunteers with Extinction Rebellion in Dublin.
A Lot of the “Accessible” Bathrooms Around Now Aren’t Really Accessible to Everyone
The organisation Changing Places is pushing for the installation of more better, higher-standard accessible bathrooms.
In Clongriffin, Residents Want to Make a Public Playground Better for Kids with Disabilities
The council’s play development officer says she wants to meet with a representative of the Clongriffin Community Association and others to see the playgrounds at Father Collins Park and talk solutions.
Those Who Come to Ireland Saying They Are Children Seeking a Safe Haven Find “a Culture of Disbelief”
How the state goes about deciding if they are an adult or a child is a problem, their advocates say – and there’s no simple route for appeal.
On Francis Street, a Knitters’ Institution Winds Up
Rosemary Murphy, owner of the Constant Knitter, says she’s retiring and closing up shop at the end of the month – and may finally have time to knit.
In Ashtown, the Planned DART+ West Line Promises Gains but, Perhaps, Also a Loss
The current plans to do away with the level crossing on Ashtown Road includes a tunnel, which might mean the displacement of Ashtown Stables.
Residents on Fringes of Phoenix Park Debate Possible Paths to a Car-Free Green Space
Some are worried about knock-on congestion, but suggest perhaps a one-way system, or a good public-transport alternative could make it possible.
Residents Blocking Plan for Three New Homes in Bluebell for Traveller Families, Council Says
The council would need to link the homes in to the local sewer connection, which is owned by residents – who won’t allow it, according to the council.
Dublin Fire Brigade Not Equipped or Trained to Deal with Fires in High-Rises, says Firefighter
The tallest apartment block so far in the city reaches up 22 storeys at Capital Dock in the Docklands – and developers have applied to build higher.
Investigation into Charity Managing Social Homes in Dublin Finds Multiple Problems
The report from the Charities Regulator looked into allegations against Cabhru Housing Association Services (CHAS) and its CEO.