What are my rights if I’m stopped by the Gardaí?
With college nights out to the city centre already back in full swing and nightclubs opening in the near future, now seems like the best time to familiarise yourself with…
The Return to Campus: Expectations, Policy and Responsibilities
This month marks the long-awaited return to campus life for many staff and students alike and while this may be largely welcomed as a return to some version of normality,…
Public Drinking: Laws Surrounding Those Sunny Summer Pints
We’ve all been there, the embarrassment of standing aside, watching as a Garda pours out your can and sends you on your way. With the weather getting warmer and pubs…
The Proposed ‘Vaccine Passport’ and the Legal Implications of a Mandatory Vaccine
With recent news reports suggesting that the implementation of a ‘vaccine passport’ scheme is underway, questions have arisen surrounding the issue of an effectively mandatory vaccine. With a ‘vaccine passport’…
Bringing Domestic Violence Legislation into the 21st Century | Coercive Control
With the enactment of the Domestic Violence Act 2018 came many positive and significant changes expanding the remit of previous domestic violence legislation. One of the most relevant changes in…
Protecting the Rights of Student Nurses as Students
It is an undeniable fact that student nurses in this country are being exploited, especially evident now, in the midst of a pandemic. However, while there have been mass calls…
The Position of Undergraduate Interns in Ireland
While much has been written about the unsatisfactory position of graduate interns in Ireland and the JobBridge scheme, with deadlines fast approaching for summer internships this article will explore some…
Child Welfare | A Wasted Opportunity
A spotlight has been shone on the state of child welfare in Ireland with the recent re-emergence of the mother and baby homes scandal and so it is now prudent…
Defamation, Media, and Mental Health; What is defamation?
With the focus on men’s mental health this November, there really is no better time to consider the negative effects of online comments on mental health and the law that…
The concern of fair procedure under the Proposed UCD Dignity and Respect Policy September 2020
UCD’s proposed Dignity and Respect Policy is an initiative by the university to clamp down on issues of harassment and discrimination across campus, in line with Minister Simon Harris’ commitment…
Returning to Work Safely During COVID-19 – Who is Legally Responsible
During the current pandemic, there is great debate and discussion on the return to work. The main question being asked is what health and safety measures do employers have to…
What are my rights as a student renter?
With a significant proportion of college students living in rental accommodation during the college year, it is crucial to have some awareness of the rights and responsibilities that come with…