Ireland

Fact checks, commentary and analysis about the Republic of Ireland

10 April 2025

Article about migrants housed in luxury hotel in Ireland shared as if it is in the UK

While there have been similar reports in the UK, the article being shared is about a specific case in Ireland.

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25 March 2025

The Irish government hasn’t issued a leaflet telling girls to stay indoors after 6pm

The Irish Government and the Irish Centre for Diversity have confirmed they have never created or distributed such a leaflet.

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26 February 2025

Ireland isn’t set to make 2 February ‘National Hijab Day’

Senator Eileen Flynn made comments supporting women wearing hijabs in the Seanad in 2022, but they do not reflect any official celebration in Ireland.

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