There is a Children's Referendum coming up on the 10th November 2012. This Referendum gives the public a chance to vote on a change in the wording of the constitution in relation to how children are seen in the law.
Here are some of the main topics being covered...
- Currently children in care born to married parents are not entitled to be adopted but if this new legislation comes in then the child will be afforded the right to be adopted if necessary
- Provision shall be made by law for the adoption of any child where the parents have failed for such a period of time as may be perscribed by law in their duty towards the child and where the best interests of the child so require
- The amendment will require state intervention in the family to be proportionate

There is a one parent family support group running in the Tralee at the moment.
If you are a one parent family and would like support, advice or simply would enjoy speaking to other people in a simular situation to you then come along to this group.
For more information call into the CDP in Upper Rock Street, Tralee
Alternativly you can ring the CDP on 066 712 0877

The meetings are on Thursdays 5pm - 7pm

Childcare is provided for the children while parents have their meeting, but you will need to contact CDP in advance to secure your childs place

In recent years suicide has become more prevelant in Irish society. 2010 seen 486 people commit suicide, 386 were male and 100 were female*
2009 seen 527 lives lost to suicide.
With these numbers so high we have to ask, why are more and more people considering such drastic actions, Are there enough services out there and are the services available advertised enough?

Anyone have any thaughts or comments on this topic?

Samaritans: 1850 60 90 90
1Life:           1800 247 100
Aware:       1890 303 302


*(National office for suicide prevention)