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Thursday 24 September 2020
In this week’s Ask The Elves, we want to know about the rituals you follow year after year.
Glittery porridge for the reindeers, Santa’s annual report – and The Christmas Jumper Rule.
Twenty-nine counties have events on during the festive period.
Alcohol Action Ieland has warned of the serious dangers of the tradition
We all have one…
Yes, but have you started your shopping yet?
Strict new Covid-19 measures are now in effect in the capital – here’s what they mean for you.
How many of these have you tried?
For starters, there’s the ‘s**ting log’ and a finger-lickin’ bucket of cheer.
Before kids, Christmas was about nights out as much as nights in – and about finding the perfect sparkly dress for the office party.
Christmas lights, Santa Claus in Clery’s and a paycheque mishap.
IT’S BEEN A tough few months since the Covid-19 pandemic took hold of the nation.
Many people have been affected by job losses, isolation and a lack of social interaction, and the loss of loved ones.
Today, youth mental health charity Jigsaw said it saw a 50% increase in demand for its services in August this year compared to the same period last year.
There has also been an over 400% increase of traffic to its e-mental health platform over the last six months, a surge in demand for its schools supports and a month-on-month increase to calls to 1800 JIGSAW support line.
So, today we want to know: Has your mental health been affected since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
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