There are trillions of bacteria living inside our gut that can play a number of different roles in the way our body functions. Keeping the natural balance of these bacteria in good shape is important for keeping us healthy.

What alters the bacteria in our gut?

Throughout our lives, the balance of the bacteria in our gut can change. If we have been unwell, have taken antibiotics, or have a gastrointestinal condition such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), this balance can be thrown off.

How do probiotics help?

Probiotics, such as Sona, are made up of good or friendly bacteria, or live microorganisms, that can help to keep the gut healthy and maintain the balance of good bacteria in the body. These bacteria populate the intestine and work by preventing harmful bacteria from settling into your gut and causing problems. By competing with harmful bacteria, probiotics can help to keep your gut healthy.

Benefits of probiotics include boosting the digestive system, reducing stress and anxiety, reducing bloating, and supporting recovery after antibiotics, among other things.

Why are probiotics considered good for you?

Probiotics are not only considered to be good for gut health, but are also seen as having positive effects in other areas of our health. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Click here for more on healthy eating.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Researchers in APC Microbiome Ireland at UCC have found that a disturbance in the balance of bacteria in the gut can be linked to IBS. Up to 20% of the Irish population will be affected by IBS at some stage in their lives. Taking probiotics can help to ease some of the symptoms of IBS by restoring some of the balance of bacteria in the gut.

Antibiotics

When we have a bacterial infection, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics which will help to fight off the infection. In the process, these antibiotics can alter the bacteria in our gut and may even cause diarrhoea. Taking probiotics after a course of antibiotics can help to restore things to their natural balance.

AfterBiotic from Sona Nutrition is a 7 day course of probiotics that can help to get things back to normal after taking antibiotics.

Learn more about how probiotics can help after antibiotics here.

Digestive Health

Research carried out in New Zealand and published in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport found that athletes who took probiotics experienced 40% fewer colds and gastrointestinal infections than those who were taking a placebo.

This suggests that taking probiotics can help to improve digestive health by reducing the frequency of infections when taking daily probiotic supplements.

Mental wellbeing

Recent research has found that there is a link between our gut health and our mental wellbeing. Researchers from UCC have found that a changing balance of bacteria in the gut can trigger anxiety and stress. By taking probiotics, stress and anxiety can be reduced by balancing the bacteria in our gut.

Learn more about how probiotics can help anxiety and stress here.

What kinds of probiotics can I take?

Sona Nutrition provide a range of probiotics for different needs.Take a look at their range and find the best probitotic to suit you:

To find out more about Sona Nutrition’s range of probiotics, visit their website.

With so many accounts to keep on top of online, it can be easy to dismiss online security. Having more than one password can make things hard to remember, reading the terms and conditions takes up too much time, and checking in on our security settings is rarely at the top of our minds. However, that doesn’t make these things any less important.

Between social networks, messenger services, email accounts, payment information, and all of the other places where we store our information, a lot of our personal data gets spread across a lot of different websites. It’s up to us to do what we can to make sure this data is as safe and secure as possible.

How to improve your safety and security online

Here are some things you can do to make sure your privacy is protected and you’re staying safe online.

Do a security check on your social media platforms

Most online platforms allow you to carry out a security check to make sure you’re up to date with all of your security settings, and that you’re only sharing the information you want to share. This includes settings like who can contact you and who can tag you.

Create complex passwords

Although sometimes you might want to go with an easier password you know you can remember, the safest way to secure your account and the information in it is with a complex password that’s different to every other password.

You can manage all of your different passwords using a secure password manager app.

Find out more about setting up a secure password here.

Enable two-step verification

Whenever you’re given the option of two-step verification, it’s best to set it up. Even with complex passwords, it’s still possible for someone to get into our accounts.

With two-step verification, you will have to verify that the person logging in is you. This is normally done by sending a text to your number with a code that needs to be input before logging you in.

There are a number of ways to do two-step, read more about two-step verification here.

Be aware of your location sharing settings

Sometimes the location sharing settings can be live on our social networks or phones without us realising. This means when we post something, it’s possible to find out where we were when we posted it because the location was shared. Be aware of location sharing, check the settings on your accounts, and make sure you know what apps have access to your location in your phone settings.

Protecting your financial information

Thanks to online shopping and banking, there is so much we can now do online. You can buy almost anything you need, organise all your accounts and even apply for loans or a credit card.

Your online identity and accounts can do so much that it’s crucial you keep them secure and confidential.

Here are some great tips to keep your financial information secure online.

Keeping on top of device security

Most viruses, malware and hackers rely on taking advantage of old loopholes in your devices operating/security system to do damage. When these loopholes are exposed companies rush to patch the software and send an update to your device.

Regularly updating your device means that it will always have the most up to date version of its software and reduce the likelihood of getting some pretty nasty viruses and malware.

An up to date device is a secure device, find out more about keeping your device safe.

Things to remember

Here are some things to keep in mind while you’re online:

Mute, block, report

Sometimes people try to pull us into arguments online. They might say something to make you angry, upset you, or annoy you. The best thing to do in these situations is to ignore them, and there are a few steps you can take to make this easier:

When you share an image, you lose control of it

When you share an image online, whether you put it up on Facebook or just send it to one person on messenger, you’ve lost control of that image. Once it’s out there, you can never get it back, so think very carefully about what you’re sharing and who you’re sharing it with.

If someone shares an image of you without your permission, you should report it to the social platform the image was shared on. If the photo was of a sexual nature, you should also contact the Gardaí.

Take a look at our articles on sexting and viral shaming for more information.

Not everyone is who they say they are

Remember that no matter how much you might trust a person you’ve met online, you can’t be 100% sure of their identity. Use caution when talking to people you’ve met online, especially when it comes to online dating.

You don’t have to do anything that makes you uncomfortable

If someone tries to make you do something you don’t want to do online, remember you can step away. Talk to someone you trust about it. If the person persists in asking you, you can block them or report them to the social network.

The EVE Plantmarket is a programme run by the HSE that offers courses to adults who experience mental health difficulties who have the potential to move onto further training or employment.

Their courses are community-based and recovery-oriented, helping to give people a new sense of self-esteem and confidence while introducing structure, new skills, and opportunities.

If you want to learn more, find out about their information day at the end of this article.

EVE Plantmarket courses

There are three full time courses available for adults who have experienced mental health difficulties.

These courses will award you with a QQI qualification, give you experience setting and achieving goals, and allow you to build up skills for moving on to more training or employment.

The courses will include project work, social outings and trips, and a personal development programme. 

Employability Skills (QQI Level 3)

This is a portfolio based course, with more emphasis on individual development in a stress-free environment. The course runs for 18 months.

This course is perfect for anyone with a limited education or have been out of work for a long time.

Modules include:

On completion of the course, you will receive a QQ1 Level 3 qualification.

Horticulture (QQI Level 4)

This course is ideal for anyone interested in gardening or working outdoors. The course will be delivered in a stress-free environement with an emphasis on individual development.

This course runs for 24 months.

The course is made up of 80% practical work and 20% theory. Modules include:

This could allow you to progress onto employment at a garden centre, in landscaping, in vegetable production, and other areas.

You will receive a QQI Level 4 qualification on completion of the course.

Retail Practice (QQI Level 5)

This course will give you the skills and experience for working in retail, ideal for someone interested in working in business or retail. You will gain practical skills and experience for the retail sector.

This course runs for 24 months.

A Level 3 certificate or Junior certificate is the minimum entry requirement for this course.

The course includes project and portfolio work, with modules in:

This course, along with your work experience, can allow you to progress into work as a sales assistant, customer service, floor staff, or a trainee buyer. You could also have the opportunity to progress onto further education.

Completing this course will award you with a QQI Level 5 qualification, the same level as Leaving Cert.

How EVE Plantmarket courses work

These courses are continuous intake, meaning there is no set start and end date – you can begin whenever it suits you best. 

These courses are full time, running from 9am-4pm Monday – Thursday and 9am-1:30pm on a Friday.

Their policy is to provide courses in a stress-free, recovery oriented environment to help participants get the most out of their course.

What about my social welfare payments?

You will switch to an ETB Training Allowance, which will be the same amount as your social welfare allowance. All of your other entitlements, such a rent allowance or medical cards, will remain in place while you’re on ETB Training Allowance.

There is a €20 training bonus for people taking these courses, along with a travel allowance for those who may be entitled to one.

Meals are provided free of charge.

Who can apply?

Anyone over the age of 18 who has experienced a mental health difficulty can apply for these courses. See the individual course descriptions for any other entry requirements.

Information Day: September 2019

EVE Plantmarket will be having their open day on the 10th of September between 10am and 2pm. 

I know that the leaving cert is important for jobs later on in life and even for college in September of that year (if you choose to go that is) but why is there such an enormous amount of pressure put on students these days to achieve high marks in the leaving cert and to become so called ‘successful?’ The education system has become very unfair as it puts too much pressure on students to succeed in their academic careers.   

The newest CAO points system shows this by incorporating an extra 25 points towards higher level maths, 100 points awarded for a H1 in higher level subjects and only 56 points awarded for an O1 in ordinary level subjects. The points system has pushed students to do higher level subjects in order to get these grades but what about the students who have difficulty in subjects (learning difficulties such as dyslexia, mental health issues etc.) and who can't deal with the stress of the leaving cert?

An article published in thejournal.ie stated that "there is no sense that the Leaving Certificate is the be-all and end-all of your life. Yes, it is important but your results should not determine your self-worth." This statement really speaks for itself. You don't need to get all honours in your leaving cert to live a happy and successful life, all you need to do is to do your best. 

"It was irrelevant whether you were physically and mentally healthy as long as you got 600 points in your Leaving Certificate." This was another statement displayed in the article. I myself have mental health issues and I was told not to put myself under too much stress but sometimes when you say this to people within the educational system such as teachers, it seems that they simply don't care.

I once spoke to someone in my school about my options after the leaving cert. I stated that I was considering going to CIT (Cork Institute of Technology). The course is less points than UCC but it is effectively the same course. She seemed to be dumbfounded as to why I wanted to go to an institute of technology rather than an established university. When I mentioned that UCC was second on my CAO course choice list, her eyes lit up and she became more focused on what I was saying. The fact that I suffer from both anxiety and depression did not occur to her at all.

Ireland's educational system really is an unfair one. Your grades seem to dictate your future. Not your personality, not your spirit, not your behaviour in class or if for example you are good at languages but struggle with maths and science. No, these traits do not matter in our education system. All they care about is the attention they will receive once a leaving cert student graduates to become a garda, a doctor, a scientist, an astronaut or a teacher. 

Do not let the leaving cert dictate your future and the person who you are. You can and you will achieve in wherever your path in life takes you.

This article was written by a SpunOut.ie volunteer. Check out our volunteering options here and get in touch if you’re interested in getting involved.

With the second semester of college now fully underway, here are some tips on how to get the most out of your time at third level. 

Prioritise

While college is about meeting new people and expanding your horizons, it would also be nice to secure a degree at the end of it. So this is probably going to involve utilising the library or creating a good study environment at home. While the amount of study time required per course may vary it can be good to get into the habit of attending the library after lecturers or setting some time aside every evening.

Schedule

Scheduling can help you get the most out of your day. We’ve all been there when we just let those days slip away whether it's because of that series you have to finish streaming or general lack of motivation. The days at college can be long sometimes and the easiest way to make the most of them is to plan your day out, designate times to study, go to the gym or work on your own personal projects. Write yourself a schedule and pin it up in your room or even place reminders on your phone for certain times of the day.

Exercise

Going for a run first thing in the morning can be a great way to clear your head and give you the feeling that you’ve achieved something first thing in the morning. Joining a gym can be expensive but can also have similar benefits whenever you decide to go. If neither of these options has you particularly enthused why not try joining a club. Colleges often have a large number of clubs with everything from football to rowing and fencing on offer. Exercise and joining clubs can be a great way to stay healthy and meet new people.

Socialise

While class trips, mystery tours and general nights out can be fun, there are other ways to socialise at college that do not necessarily revolve around alcohol. If club sports as mentioned above, are not your forte, there are usually a wide variety of societies with everything from drama to animal welfare offering outlets to engage with like-minded folks. If you want to just chill and relax why not arrange a movie night with friends or get together to stream a series every week.

Take time for yourself

In between nights out and lectures it can be good to take some time for yourself. Chill in your room, watch a film, read a book or even try out mindfulness. Mindfulness is a meditation technique that usually only requires about 10 minutes of your time. It can be a good way to help you concentrate on the present moment. Apps such as ‘Headspace' and ‘Calm' both offer a free mode for users to try.

Set your own goals

Everyone is different and working towards their own objectives. Some may be experts at socialising but need to improve academically while others may wish to pursue a passion in conjunction with their academia such as sport or music. The above points listed are just suggestions, ultimately you may already know what you need to do to have a successful semester. So, whether it is to increase a C to a B or make a few more friends, make this semester count and enjoy yourself.

This article was written by a SpunOut.ie volunteer. Check out our volunteering options here and get in touch if you’re interested in getting involved.

The YTILI Fellowship

The Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) Fellowship aims to empower young European entrepreneurs and innovators with the tools, networks and resources they need to grow their entreprises and contribute fully to economic development and job creation, security, and good governance in the transatlanctic region.

The programme 

Up to 70 young entrepreneurs will take part in the YTILI Fellowship, engaging in professional development and leadership activities to support the growth of their business ventures in their own communities. Participants will work with teams of mentors developing and strengthening their skills as entrepreneurs, innovators and changemakers.

Highlights of the programme

Participants in the fellowship will: 

Eligiblity to apply 

Applicants must be:

Applications  

Applications are open until 5pm Friday, 2nd March 2018. 

For more information on application instructions and tips click here. 

To begin your application process click here. 

World Cancer Day takes place on the 4th February every year. The day is an opportunity to raise awareness about cancer and start conversations that are positive and can inspire change.

World Cancer Day began in 2008 with the aim of promoting cancer research and cancer prevention, as well as improving care for cancer patients and encouraging people to be more sensitive towards the issue of cancer.

We Can. I Can.

The tagline of World Cancer Day 2018 is “We Can. I Can.”. Many people have been affected by cancer in some way, and people are encouraged to explore how we all, as individuals or as part of a group, can do something to reduce the global burden of cancer.

Use the day to consider how you can make a difference, whether that’s making healthier life choices to reduce the risk of cancer, showing love and support to someone suffering with cancer, or making the voice of cancer patients and survivors heard by having conversations around cancer.

“No matter who you are – a cancer survivor, a co-worker, a carer, a friend, or a student – and no matter what you choose to do, ‘We can. I can.’ make a difference in the fight against cancer.”

Visit the World Cancer Day website for more information and suggestions on how to get involved.

Cancer fact sheets

Take some time to read our cancer fact sheets, know the signs of different cancers, and know how to check for changes.

Opinion pieces

Read some pieces from volunteer contributors about their experience dealing with cancer

For more information on World Cancer Day visit www.worldcancerday.org

We are currently looking for young people between the ages of 16 and 25 across the country to join our Action Panels and support young people across Ireland. Find our more about joining the spunout Action Panel.

Before I joined the Action Panel, I never really understood what spunout did. I had heard the name mentioned on Twitter and seen a few articles on Facebook but I had never really engaged with it.

One day in July of 2016, my friend Áine shared a post in her Facebook about how the Action Panel needed new members. I clicked the link and read what they wanted to do. I had never seen something that wanted to engage with young people as much as spunout. I felt like if I got a place, all the ideas and opinions I had about issues that I feel very important might be listened to. It made me feel like I could have an impact which is something you rarely get when you’re 21.

I’m 23 now and coming up on 2 years as a member. To say I’ve enjoyed myself is an understatement. I’ve been able to help design campaigns around safe drug use and mental health. I’ve been able to approve content in areas that I know a lot about such as addiction. It’s allowed me to create and monitor content that I know will help young people if they need it. spunout is dedicated to providing information on everyday topics to topics that people aren’t really talking about such as gambling and your rights in work.

As well as that, you get to meet loads of young people from all walks of life. The Action Panel is incredibly diverse and allows you to make contacts with people in a wide variety of roles. All views are listened to and accepted and it feels like a space where you can have a reasonable and calm discussions about any and all topics. You might also get to attend events such as mental health forums or meet guest speakers such as Anna Cosgrave who can give you insights into other campaigns that you might want to get involved in.

Joining the Action Panel was one of the best things I’ve done because it’s given me more skills and experience that I would never would have got otherwise. It might seem intimidating at first but it’s actually quite easy to engage with and most importantly, it’s really fun. I’d recommend it to anyone who was thinking of applying!

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spunout Action Panels advise spunout on the key topics that impact young people in their area. spunout’s core approach is “by young people, for young people” and the Action Panels are integral in providing direction on the information needs of young people from each region and in generating solutions for these needs. The Action Panels aim to engage and facilitate young people’s voices.

To learn more about the Action Panel, visit our Action Panel page. 

I always try to be the best that I can that I can be. I strive to get all my work done as well and as soon as I can and to be productive as possible. As well as striving for productivity, I also try very hard to not let my emotions or problems control me and get in the way of me doing what I want.

They’re great things to strive for and I wouldn’t want to be any other way but sometimes it can lead to me not listening to myself. There will be times where it’s late at night and I’m trying to get this one last bit of work done but my body is aching for sleep. It will seem like everything is fine, but I’m fighting back the tears welling in my eyes because I don’t see any reason I have to cry. I agree to a day out in town with my friend because it’s good to be social but really, I know that all I want is a day lazing around the house.

I’m realising that I often get too caught up in listening to my mind and what’s logical and “the right thing to do” and I think that I don’t need to listen to my body. But the body is wise. If your body is dying for sleep, it’s because that’s what it needs. There’s nothing wrong with crying “for no reason” because your body wanting to cry and release emotions is reason enough. As much as you love spending time with your friend and hate feeling unproductive, if you feel like you need a day to sit on the couch, in a mountain of blankets and pillows, that’s your body telling you to do so.

I feel happier and more productive hen I wake up earlier; so for the past few weeks I’ve been waking up fifteen minutes earlier than normal and that’s great. But this weekend I was out late and got barely any sleep so on Monday morning, I was in no state to wake up early. I did anyway, because I didn’t want to feel lazy or like I had failed. For the rest of the day I was exhausted and moody and I couldn’t concentrate. Tuesday morning came along and I hear my alarm and I can tell I’m still in no state to be up this early, so I finally decide to listen to my body and gave myself another fifteen minutes  in bed. I still woke up early enough to get myself ready for school in good time but I was much more awake and much happier than I had been on Monday. So that’s what I did for the rest of the week, I listened to myself and let myself sleep for those extra few minutes and pushed aside any guilt I felt.

While it’s all well and good striving to be the best version of ourselves, our bodies know what we need and what’s good for us. It’s okay to give in to ourselves even if it feels like there are better things we could be doing, more productive things. The body is wise and it’s good to learn that we should listen to it.

This article was written by a SpunOut.ie volunteer. Check out our volunteering options here and get in touch if you’re interested in getting involved.

Dublin’s Chinese New Year Festival is entering its 10th year in 2018, with events planned all around Dublin to get everyone celebrating the Year of the Dog.

Chinese New Year

The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, is determined by the traditional East Asian lunar calendar. Because the New Year is based on the lunar calendar, it falls on a different day each year, normally between January 21st and February 20th.

This year, the Chinese New Year falls on February 16th, and the celebrations will last two weeks.

Year of the Earth Dog

The lunar calendar runs in a 12 year cycle, and each year is assigned one of 12 animals: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, ram, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig.

Each year is also assigned one of 5 Taoist elements: gold, wood, water, fire and earth.

2018 is the Year of the Earth Dog.

Dublin Chinese New Year Festival

There’s a wide range of events happening all over Dublin to celebrate the Chinese New Year Festival. They range from free events to paid, and no matter what you’re interested in, there will be something there for you.

We’ve pulled out some of the events on offer, but you can view the full programme here.

Celebrations

Workshops

Food

Talks

There are over 50 events taking place across the two weeks fo celebrations. View the programme here and visit the festival website for more information.

Working Notes is a journal published by the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice. The journal focuses on social, economic and theological analysis of Irish society, and looks at a number of challenges which can be experienced by young adults in Ireland today.

December 2017 issue

The December 2017 issue features four articles on the subjects of higher education, mental health, employment and job security, and climate change. These articles suggest that a lot of progress is needed in Ireland if the vision outlined in “Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures", the National Policy Framework for Children and Young People in Ireland introduced in 2014, is to become reality, and if the situation for many young people in Ireland is to be improved.

Young adults in higher education

The first article in Working Notes is “A Very Unlevel Playing Field: A Reflection on Young Adults in Higher Education” by Kevin O’Higgins SJ. In the article, the author writes about his experience as a teacher with the Jesuit University Support and Training (JUST) project in Ballymun, which encourages residents from Ballymun to enrol in university offers to them the support they need while completing their studies.

The article looks at the relationship between social inequality and educational opportunity and highlights “how improved access to education helps break the cycle of poverty which can impede a young person throughout their adult life.”

He explains how students from disadvantaged backgrounds in third level education have to compete with other students within their classes who come from a supportive family and home enviornment which further helps them in their studies.

You can find the article in full here. 

Mental health

The second article “Young Adults in Search of Mental Health” is written by Dr. Tony Bates, founder of youth mental health charity Jigsaw.

Dr. Bates argues that mental health is the number one health concern for young people and that almost all serious adult mental health disorders are present by 18 years old. He highlights the necessity for mental health services for young people writing; “The absence of safe accessible support can lead to a mental health crisis becoming compounded by dropping out of education, social withdrawal, reckless behaviour and a growing sense of helplessness and despair.”

You can find the article in full here. 

Youth Unemployment

The third article is “Republic of Opportunity or State of Insecurity?” by James Doorley.

In this article, James Doorley of the National Youth Council of Ireland highlights how many young adults struggle to find work and are in unstable employment conditions. He outlines the difficulties faced by young people who are unemployed in accessing the necessary training opportunities to take the next steps in their careers.

He further highlights how government cuts to Jobseeker's Allowance has left certain young people in a cycle of poverty, rather than encouraging them to look for work. 

You can find the article in full here. 

The challenge of climate change for young people

In the final article "Young Adults in a Climate Changing World", Catherine Devitt from the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice discusses how climate change and environmental decline will change the world for young people in the future.

She highlights how a youth perspective is needed in developing policy to address climate change, as they will be the ones most affected by it.

Devitt explains how climate change will present changes in policy and employment, and that education models will also need to adapt to prepare young people to work in this new, sustainable labour market.

You can find the article in full here.

It was announced on Monday, 29th January, that the government is to hold a referendum to repeal the 8th Amendment of the constitution, which gives equal right to life to both mother and foetus, and therefore bans legal abortions in Ireland except where the pregnant person’s life is in danger, including at risk of suicide.

Referendum announcement

An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, along with cabinet colleagues Simon Harris (Minister for Health) and Katherine Zappone (Minister for Children), made the announcement late last night that a referendum is to be held in late May, giving Irish people the chance to vote on the Amendment for the first time in 35 years. The last time Irish citizens voted on the 8th Amendment was when it was introduced by a referendum held in 1983.

The referendum would allow for the removal of the 8th Amendment from the constitution, and the introduction of an ‘enabling clause’ which would allow the Oireachtas to legislate for abortion in Ireland – something they are restricted in doing now because of the 8th Amendment.

In his statement, the Taoiseach said “we already have abortion in Ireland but it is unsafe, unregulated and unlawful. We cannot continue to export our problems and import our solutions”

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Protesters at Dublin March for Choice 2012. Photo: iStock.com/Sebastian Kaczorowski

Previous abortion referendums in Ireland

Two other referendums on abortion have been held since the introduction of the 8th Amendment in 1983. The first was in 1992, and successfully guaranteed the right to learn about and travel for legal abortions in other countries. The second was in 2002, in which voters rejected a proposal to ban abortions including in cases where a pregnant person’s life was threatened by suicide.

Learn more about the 8th Amendment here.

Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment

The Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment is an alliance of over 100 organisations in Ireland, including human rights, NGOs, health, and community organisations, who support the repeal of the 8th Amendment.  

In a statement released on Tuesday, Ailbhe Smyth, Convenor of the Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment, welcomed the Cabinet’s decision, stating that “this is a momentous point in our campaign to repeal the Eighth Amendment.”

For more information on the Coalition, visit www.repealeight.ie

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