Could someone tell me:
1.If we can currently enact/pass legislation regarding children's rights without contravening the existing Constitution?
If we can't could you point what exactly would contravene it?
2.Also, does E U Law take precedence over Irish Law?
3.If we ratified the U N Convention on the Rights of the Child, are we already bound by it?
And finally,
4. With regard to married couples voluntarily placing their child up for adoption, this can be done but only if the High Court places a judgement against them - can this law as it stands not be amended without a referendum?
Any answers to the above would be greatly appreciated as I am of the opinion that children being failed by this State is not the fault of the Constitution. Everything would appear to be in place for their protection but is failing due to a lack of accountability on behalf of Social Services and other government departments.
Thanks.
1.If we can currently enact/pass legislation regarding children's rights without contravening the existing Constitution?
If we can't could you point what exactly would contravene it?
2.Also, does E U Law take precedence over Irish Law?
3.If we ratified the U N Convention on the Rights of the Child, are we already bound by it?
And finally,
4. With regard to married couples voluntarily placing their child up for adoption, this can be done but only if the High Court places a judgement against them - can this law as it stands not be amended without a referendum?
Any answers to the above would be greatly appreciated as I am of the opinion that children being failed by this State is not the fault of the Constitution. Everything would appear to be in place for their protection but is failing due to a lack of accountability on behalf of Social Services and other government departments.
Thanks.