The number of children under 15 who were prescribed anti-psychotic medication increased by 25 per cent last year.
1,457 received the drugs under the medical card scheme in 2020 - nearly 300 more than the previous year.
2020 figures show 502 children were under the age of 11, while 955 were aged between 12 and 15.
UCD Study To Lay Bare The Blight Of 'Sheep Worrying' Across Wicklow
There's hardly a sheep farmer in Wicklow who hasn't been affected according to expert
“A Secure Home In Time For Christmas” - Boost For Blessington With New Cost Rental Plans
28 new affordable rental homes are coming to Blessington
Man Due In Court After Back-To-Back Robberies In Bray
Wicklow Housing Growth Remains Strong
The latest Department of Housing figures reveal almost one thousand new homes were commenced throughout Wicklow in the first seven months of this year.
Emergency Road Closure at Cappagh Next Week
Traffic management and diversions will operate on Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th August.
7:00am - 10:00am
Saturday Breakfast
10:00am - 2:00pm
More Music Weekend
Light rain shower
High: 17°C | Low: 10°C
Light rain shower
High: 17°C | Low: 10°C
Light rain shower
High: 18°C | Low: 7°C
Light rain shower
High: 16°C | Low: 7°C
Sunny intervals
High: 18°C | Low: 7°C
