Racism, discrimination and bullying are just some of the issue affecting children in schools.
The Ombudsman for Children’s Office has commissioned a survey to mark its 20th anniversary, which found 36 per cent of secondary school children experienced discrimination and 15 per cent experienced racism.
The study also found students wanted more education on these issues and greater consequences when they happen.
Ombudsman for Children, Dr Niall Muldoon says the cost of living, also featured prominently in the survey………….
