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Teen Drivers’ Tragedy Sparks Parental Accountability Debate | Cork News
Two tragic motorway crashes involving teenage drivers have ignited national debate over parental responsibility. On the M9, five teens died after driving the wrong way, injuring a seven-year-old boy; just days prior, eight boys on the M50 faced a similar fate. While Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan acknowledged the pain for families, he emphasized the need to address parental accountability — noting many parents struggle due to their own circumstances. England and Wales are considering harsher penalties like fines or jail time for negligent parents, while Ireland already has legal tools under…
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