THE CHILDREN’S RIGHTS Alliance is calling for the government to introduce a complete ban on slapping children.
Corporal punishment is already prohibited under Irish law, and the Department of Children and Youth Affairs has argued that a balance needs to be struck between supporting parents and imposing criminal sanctions on those who fail to adhere to best practice.
We want to know: Would you support a complete ban on smacking children?
Poll Results:
No (2543)
I'm not sure (1976)
Yes (721)
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