A new law that allows murdered children to be named comes into effect today.
It also allows the media to name people accused of killing them, and permits parents to speak publicly about their murdered children.
The amendment to the Children's Act was proposed by Senator Michael McDowell, and later signed into law.
Wicklow Cultural Icon Katie Taylor Plans Croker Sunset Showdown
The best of Bray, Katie Taylor Prepares For Historic Farewell in Dublin
West Wicklow Operation Ends Amid Forensic Probe into Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob Cases
A Garda search in west Wicklow linked to Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob has ended. Forensic work continues at the site, and investigations remain active. Families have been fully updated.
Arklow Plays A Major Part As Commercial Vacancy Rate In Wicklow Rises
The GeoDirectory Commercial Buildings Report for Q4 2025 examined a sample of 80 towns across Ireland, and 22 postal districts in Dublin. Arklow had the highest commercial vacancy rate in December 2025 while Greystones had the lowest.
Limited Supply, Commuter Demand & Housing Shortages Push Wicklow Rents To Historic Highs
Without major state-led housing intervention and accelerated building Wicklow renters will continue facing intensifying competition and relentless price growth
Flag Raised at Greystones Community College Ahead of Move to New Permanent Building
The Tánaiste said: “The sense of school community here, the excellence of what has been achieved and the pride that this town has in Greystones Community College has been really incredible."
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