Ailbhe Conneely

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Ailbhe Conneely

Social Affairs & Religion Correspondent

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Challenges for LGBTQ+ community 10 years after referendum

RTÉ Social Affairs Correspondent Ailbhe Conneely looks back at the marriage equality referendum campaign and examines challenges the LGBTQ+ community continues to face.
Analysis and Comment • 22 May

Almost 200% rise in number of children awaiting therapy

The number of children waiting over one year for initial speech and language therapy has risen by almost 200% in the last three years.
Ireland • 20 May

From one Pope to another - what changes will be made?

As one pontificate ends and another begins, what is the next chapter for the Catholic Church?
Analysis and Comment • 10 May

What do we know about Pope Leo?

The announcement that US Cardinal Robert Prevost had been elected Pope came as a surprise to many, writes Social Affairs and Religion Correspondent Ailbhe Conneely from Rome.
Analysis and Comment • 09 May

Day two of conclave pivotal as serious voting begins

Analysis and Comment • 08 May

Seagulls provide levity during conclave at Sistine Chapel

Seagulls have found themselves in starring roles since the live streaming of the Sistine Chapel chimney began at the 2005 conclave, writes Ailbhe Conneely.
Analysis and Comment • 08 May

Cardinal electors face monumental task at conclave

There is a monumental task facing cardinal electors in the coming days choosing the next spiritual leader of the 1.4 billion Catholic faithful worldwide.
Analysis and Comment • 07 May

Abuse, reform and finances among issues facing next Pope

As cardinals filed into the Sistine Chapel this week, those who believed they may be in with a shot of becoming the 267th pope, will have considered their priorities as leader.
Analysis and Comment • 08 May

Action needed on silence around child sex abuse - report

Societal silence around child sexual abuse needs to be addressed, according to the support charity One in Four.
Ireland • 01 May

Brendan Comiskey, who resigned over Ferns Report, dies

Former Bishop of Ferns Brendan Comiskey, who resigned in April 2002 over failing to address allegations of clerical sexual abuse in the diocese, has died aged 89.
Ireland • 28 Apr
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