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One of teens killed in motorway crash was ‘in the care of Tusla’

One of teens killed in motorway crash was ‘in the care of Tusla’

The child and family agency also confirmed that two of the other teens who died were known to it.

TikTok declines to attend public hearing of Media committee

TikTok declines to attend public hearing of Media committee

It said it would not be “appropriate” for it to be the sole video-sharing company to be called in front of the committee when similar content appears on other social media platforms.

'Extreme content' being allowed to 'sit' on social media, minister says

'Extreme content' being allowed to 'sit' on social media, minister says

There has been renewed focus on videos of dangerous driving following a fatal crash on Sunday.

Von der Leyen responds to reports of September social media ban for children

Von der Leyen responds to reports of September social media ban for children

Irish Government considering social media ban for under-16s

Irish Government considering social media ban for under-16s

Social media companies and politicians clash over potential ban for teenagers

Social media companies and politicians clash over potential ban for teenagers

AI Minister among those to leave X after Grok deepfakes

AI Minister among those to leave X after Grok deepfakes

Cabinet to receive update on possibility of banning social media for under-16s

Cabinet to receive update on possibility of banning social media for under-16s

Sat, 06 Dec, 2025

EU member states are looking at restricting young people’s access to social media platforms.