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Minister was right to axe ‘inappropriate’ hugging consent video – Taoiseach

Mícheál Martin said criticism of Jim O’Callaghan’s decision amounted to a ‘political manoeuvre’.

Evening Standard · Oct 23

Irish Government-Funded Ad Branded 'Inappropriate and Demeaning to Grandparents' Pulled After Backlash

A Dublin Rape Crisis Centre consent advert featuring grandparents was removed from social media after criticism, despite supporters saying it aimed to highlight personal boundaries and consent.

International Business Times UK · Oct 23

Ireland's Grandparents Hug Advert Ignites Debate Over Children's Consent and Family Affection

A Dublin Rape Crisis Centre advert teaching children to set boundaries around physical contact was withdrawn after criticism from Ireland's justice minister and a backlash online.

International Business Times UK · Oct 23

Drink spiking incidents reported to gardai almost double compared to last year

The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre's CEO, Noeline Blackwell, said the rise in such incidents is "concerning" and a "form of poisoning"

Dublin Live · Oct 24, 2022

Dublin Rape Crisis Centre sees increase of calls after gang rape case

The entire country was left in shock at the horrific ordeal suffered by the then 17-year-old victim when she was raped and sexually assaulted by the men in a car

Dublin Live · Jun 4, 2022