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.
East Coast FM Remains Wicklow's Favourite Radio Station
Latest JNLR/Ipsos survey shows that East Coast FM is still Wicklow's most listened to radio station.
Young Voices of Wicklow Unite at Comhairle na nÓg Youth Summit
The event on Nov 4th fostered civic participation of Wicklow's future decision makers.
Local TD Slams Government Hypocrisy In Trying To Induce Irish To Return Home
Many young people continue to leave Ireland because they cannot afford to live here amid the cost of living crisis according local Sinn Féin TD Fionntáin O Súilleabhain
Man Appears in Court Over Alleged False Social Media Post About Asylum Seeker
A man has appeared in court charged in connection with the alleged sharing of false information on social media relating to an international protection applicant.
Teacher Shortages Hit Wicklow Hard As Special Schools & DEIS Schools Disproportionately Affected
A new survey on teacher shortages has confirmed a consistent and disproportionate impact on special schools, schools in disadvantaged areas and in Irish-medium education especially in Wicklow
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