Large majority supports referendum on children’s rights

04/12/2006 - 08:24:59

More than two thirds of voters support the Taoiseach's plan to hold a referendum to specifically recognise the rights of children, according to the latest opinion poll on the matter.

Sixty-eight per cent of respondents to The Irish Times/TNS mrbi poll say they would support the proposed changes, with just 16% opposing the move.

The Government is consulting other political parties and groups working with children before drawing up wording for the referendum, which is expected to be held in spring.


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