Immunology professor Christine Loscher said shutting schools on Friday could act as a circuit breaker for children.
The Department of Education says there are no plans to change the Christmas holidays for schools.
It's after professor of immunology at DCU Christine Loscher said shutting schools on Friday could act as a circuit breaker for children.
She's asked for NPHET to consider the move at its meeting on Thursday.
These people in the midlands have mixed feelings about the idea:
Westmeath Man Accused Of Serious Assault Sees Case Refused District Court Juristicion
Keith Grehan will return to court in October.
MEP Takes Aim At Meta Over Child Safety Policies
Nina Carberry wants Meta to adopt US child safety measures for Ireland and the EU.
Cannonball 2026 Heading For Offaly Today
Cannonball has raised €2,281,871 for Irish Children’s Charities.
Missing Westmeath Teenager Found Safe And Well
Chloe Spencer had been reported missing since Sunday.
Uisce Éireann Faces €8.2m Charge For Shannon Pipeline In Offaly
Uisce Éireann could be charged as much as €100,000 per kilometre.
Arts Council Awards Over €17m In Funding To 220 Recipients Nationwide
Westmeath recipients will receive €126,500.
Regional Health Forum Chair ‘Shocked’ As Spending Powers Are Curbed
Day to day spending powers are being removed from four health regions.
Athlone Burlesque Star Brings Festival Back For A Fourth Year
Athlone burlesque performer Memphis Shell discusses the history, confidence and community behind the artform ahead of the Heart of Ireland Burlesque Festival.
