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Police in Belfast split apart demonstrators over transgender issues

NewsdeskLGBTQ+ Rights Transgender RightsApril 16, 2023May 6, 2024

Two opposing groups have been kept apart by police at various transgender-related events in Belfast’s downtown.

The Taoiseach and Tánaiste support the inclusion of trans issues in primary school curricula

NewsdeskTransgender RightsMarch 6, 2023April 14, 2024

Both the Taoiseach and the Tánaiste have supported the inclusion of transgender identity issues in the new primary school curriculum, putting them at odds with primary school administrators.

Hate Crime Transgender Rights

Garda investigations Cork armed attack of transgender woman

NewsdeskHate Crime Transgender RightsMarch 2, 2023April 14, 2024

An alleged hate crime involving the beating of a transgender lady by men carrying crutches is being investigated by the Garda in Cork City.

Health

HIV rates doubled in Ireland over past 12 months

NewsdeskHealthJanuary 7, 2023April 14, 2024

Despite access to PrEP and at-home STI testing, HIV rates continue to increase in Ireland, especially among younger populations.

Politics

Leo Varadkar returns for second stint as Irish Prime Minister

NewsdeskPoliticsDecember 17, 2022April 17, 2024

For many, Leo Varadkar is a symbol of Ireland’s transition to a socially liberal, secular nation.

LGBTQ+ Rights

Taoiseach confirms commitment to delivering mandatory LGBTQ+ inclusive RSE curriculum in all schools

PressdeskLGBTQ+ RightsJune 28, 2022April 19, 2024

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin has re-affirmed his commitment to delivering a mandatory, LGBTQ+ inclusive Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) curriculum in all schools, regardless of ethos; and firmly rejects the toxic discourse around trans issues we have seen elsewhere, particularly in the UK.

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