The head of Barnardos says it's a scandal that many parents are being forced into debt because of the rising cost of education.
The charity's annual school costs survey shows that the price of sending children to school has gone up at both primary and secondary level. Fergus Finlay says the pressure to pay for books, uniforms and travel is creating stress for many parents.
Discoloured water reported in parts of Wexford Town as Uisce Éireann monitors supply
Mixed Reaction As Joe Sullivan Leaves Fianna Fail
Motorcyclist hospitalised after Rocksborough collision as road safety concerns renewed
Major Clerical Reshuffle Announced Across Diocese of Ferns as Priests Take Up New Appointments