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‘Unacceptable’ childcare hell for Dublin parents after shock move to slash hours of ‘essential’ creche service

A GROUP of parents have told of their childcare hell after their local creche cut its hours with just a week’s notice.

Parents of 28 kids who attend the Rainbow Community Caregroup were informed on Tuesday that afternoon sessions would be permanently slashed from February 7.

Rainbow Community Playgroup sign decorated with flowers.
Rainbow Community Caregroup in Stoneybatter plans to permanently slash its hours from February 7
Gary Ashe - The Sun Dublin
Family protesting creche closure at Rainbow Community Playgroup.
Parents Mark Sheerin and Vittoria with three-year-old Aran at the protest
Gary Ashe - The Sun Dublin

The creche in Stoneybatter, Dublin, cited “financial difficulties” and asked parents to make alternative arrangements.

Supporters gathered outside the city council-leased building on Friday for a protest.

Parents and teachers claim they have been “left in the dark” over the sudden move.

The kids were told the event was a party to celebrate their teachers.

Worried dad Mark Sheerin, whose son Aran attends the afternoon group, called the resource “magnificent” and said it’s been “essential” for the small Dublin community.

He told The Irish Sun: “We got a letter in the post to tell us the afternoon play group would be closing permanently.

“There was no explanation, other than the decision hadn’t been taken lightly. So we got no context, no warning, and eight working days to sort everything out. We really don’t know what we’re going to do.

“It’s extremely difficult in this area to get childcare. Two other facilities have shut and this one is now under threat.

“We just want to know why this place is closing in the afternoons, as parents we are willing to help, we want an open dialogue so we can resolve this situation and keep this resource open for our community.”

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou MacDonald attended the rally and blasted the decision to axe the hours.

She said: “What’s going on is unacceptable, to pull the rug from under parents in this way, and from the children who love being here, who love the teachers and their friends. It is ­unacceptable.

“There’s been no explanation, no engagement, no answers — that needs to change.”

“We can’t afford in Stoneybatter to be losing more of these services.”

Protest outside a playgroup.
Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou MacDonald blasted the decision to axe the hours
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Pregnant Charlotte Dawson cradles her bump in a tight pink dress as she cosies up to fiancé at lavish baby shower

CHARLOTTE Dawson cradled her baby bump in a tight pink dress at her lavish baby shower.

The expectant mum paid her respects at Linda Nolan’s funeral on Saturday before she went to her shower.

Pregnant woman at her baby shower.
Charlotte Dawson stunned as she cradled her bump for her baby shower
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Pregnant Charlotte Dawson at her baby shower with her fiancé.
The star packed on the PDA with fiancee Matt Sarsfield for the event in Blackpool
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Charlotte Dawson at Linda Nolan's funeral.
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Charlotte attended Linda Nolan’s funeral beforehand[/caption]

Charlotte, 32, is expecting a baby girl with her fiancee Matt Sarsfield.

The podcast host was glowing as she cradled her bump for pictures at the party, held in Blackpool.

In one snap, Charlotte packed on the PDA with Matt for the joyous day which was attended by their family and close friends.

Charlotte wore a stunning, figure-hugging pink satin dress.

The frock featured a feathered trim with a left leg slit as the mum-to-be oozed glamour.

She maintained a pink theme throughout the shower, with her mum Tracey rocking a pink blazer and hat, along with stylish black trousers.

Charlotte’s pal and Emmerdale star Kelsey Beth-Crossley stunned in a hot pink skin-tight dress as they both posed for the camera.

Last week Charlotte revealed she spent the day in tears and felt really low as she struggles with her emotions ahead of the birth.

Sharing a candid post on Instagram, she said: “Had a really hormonal day where I cried most of the day!

“The boys went back to nursery and was tough getting them there and I’m feeling just really run down and low.

“But it’s ok to have those days. I wanted to start January on a high but I haven’t really yet.”

Elsewhere, Charlotte and Matt seem to be back on track after she kicked him out of their family home after sending messages to another woman online.

Charlotte later allowed Matt back into the house as they worked to save their relationship.

Pregnant Charlotte Dawson at her baby shower with her mother and friends.
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Charlotte pictured with her mum Tracey for the shower[/caption]
Pregnant woman at her baby shower with a friend.
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Emmerdale actress Kelsey Beth-Crossley was also in attendance[/caption]

Charlotte Dawson and Matt Sarsfield - Relationship Timeline

Here's how Charlotte and Matt's relationship has played out

November 2016 – Charlotte and Matt meet shortly after she splits from a short-lived fling with Geordie Shore’s Gaz Beadle.

February 2017The couple split for the first time just before Valentine’s Day over Charlotte’s party lifestyle.

July 2017 – While filming Celebs Go Dating, Charlotte is told she is ‘sabotaging herself’ and she admits it’s because she was struggling to get over Matt.

September 2017 – Charlotte jets to Greece after splitting from CGD castmate Frankie Cocozza.

December 2017 – Charlotte and Matt reveal they are back together.

March 2018 – Charlotte admits to The Sun that she ‘couldn’t stay away’ from Matt, with the couple also moving in together.

October 2018 – The couple look loved up while on holiday together in Spain.

August 2020 – Charlotte reveals she is pregnant with her and Matt’s first baby together.

September 5, 2020 Matt proposes to Charlotte next to the statue of her late father, Les Dawson.

January 26, 2021 – Charlotte gives birth to their first baby boy. She later announces his name is Noah, with the entire birth being filmed for reality show Celebrity Bumps.

February 2022 – Matt, Charlotte and Noah move into their brand new family home in Lancashire.

April 2022 – Charlotte reveals she’s tragically suffered a miscarriage.

February 2023 – Charlotte announces she’s pregnant with her second baby with Matt.

July 30, 2023 – Charlotte gives birth to her second baby boy, who she later reveals is called Jude.

October 2023 – Baby Jude is rushed to hospital after contracting RSV bronchitis, and has to remain in hospital for ‘a few days’ 

February 2024Baby Jude is readmitted into hospital after contracting bronchitis for a second time at seven months old. 

August 3, 2024 – Charlotte left ‘devastated and humiliated’ after finding ‘dirty texts’ on Matt’s phone to another woman.

August 4, 2024: Charlotte throws Jude his first birthday party, with Matt notably not in attendance.

August 5, 2024: Charlotte breaks her silence, saying she is extremely hurt, upset and disappointed by the news. She says her children remain her top priority.

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Mobile phone users urged to activate anti-kidnap setting that helps save you if you’re snatched off street

HEADING home after a night out? There’s a handy feature that lets your friends and family make sure you’re getting back safely.

It could save you if you’re lost, incapacitated, or during a dangerous kidnapping situation where you’ve been snatched by someone.

iPhone screen showing a check-in feature that lets users automatically notify a friend upon arrival at a destination.
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On iPhone, there’s a feature called Check In[/caption]
iPhone check-in screen prompting user to continue or postpone.
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Check In reports your location to chosen friends or family[/caption]

There are features available for this on both iPhone and Android.

So it’s important to familiarise yourself with how they work before you ever need to use them.

Importantly, these features are handy for keeping loved ones up-to-date with your movements, even if you’re not in danger.

And they’re free to use, so you might want to switch them on during all trips home late at night.

IPHONE CHECK IN

On an iPhone, the feature is called Check In.

It was added in 2023 with iOS 17, so there’s a good chance you have it. You can check your iPhone’s iOS version by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

You’re meant to activate Check In when you’re on your way somewhere.

The idea is that Check In will automatically notify a friend that your iPhone has arrived at a destination.

And you can choose what details that person sees if you don’t successfully “complete” the Check In.

That might include your location, battery percentage, and phone signal.

To send a Check In, you’ll want to go into the Messages ap.

Then tap on the chat button and add a recipient – or open an existing conversation.

Now tap on the + (plus) symbol, and choose More > Check In > Edit.

You’ll be able to choose between two options: When I Arrive or After A Timer.

iPhone iMessage keyboard.
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You can find Check In by tapping the plus icon on the keyboard – it’s to the left of the text field[/caption]
iPhone screen showing options for sharing location data if arrival is delayed.
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You can choose how much data is shared with friends[/caption]

If you pick When I Arrive, you’ll log your destination, how you’ll get there (like driving, public transport, or walking), and add any extra time.

The Check In feature will monitor your journey and then warn your friend if your iPhone stops progressing for an “extended period of time” – or if it doesn’t get to the destination as expected.

If you do make it to your destination, Check In will automatically “complete” and let your friend know.

If you choose After A Timer, you’ll be able to specify a certain amount of time.

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR CHECK-IN SHARING DETAILS

Here's what to do...

Go into Settings > Apps > Messages on your iPhone.

Then scroll down the page and tap on Check In Data.

You’ll be able to choose the details that you want to share if your Check In isn’t completed.

The first option is called Limited.

This will only show your current location, as well as your phone signal and battery details.

The second option is Full.

This shares all of the info in Limited, as well as the route that you’ve travelled, your iPhone’s last unlock time, and when you most recently removed your Apple Watch.

Picture Credit: Apple

iPhone screen showing notification options for a Check In feature.
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Check In will even warn friends if your iPhone is offline[/caption]

This is useful if you’re not going somewhere, but are meeting someone new – like on a date.

If you don’t end the Check In before the timer runs out, Check In will warn your friend.

Once you’ve made your decision, tap the blue Send arrow to deliver the Check in.

If you don’t get to your destination or the Check In isn’t cancelled – and you don’t respond to any prompts – the details of your iPhone’s journey will be sent to your friend.

iPhone screen showing check-in confirmation at 11:35 with keyboard.
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You can edit the details of your Check In at any time[/caption]

You can also add time to your Check In at any point – just go back to the Check In, tap Details > Add Time, and then choose an option.

With Full Sharing, Check In will show:

  • Current location
  • Network signal
  • Battery details
  • The route you’ve travelled
  • The last time you unlocked your iPhone
  • The last time you removed your Apple Watch

That should give a friend or family member enough info to make a decision about your safety.

iPhone screen showing estimated travel times for driving, transit, and walking, with options to add extra time and check in data.
The Sun
Check In even used estimated travel times (which you can add to) to make it as accurate as possible[/caption]

If you’re worried that you’re in immediate danger, contact the emergency services.

Read our guide on how to use the “call quietly” feature on iPhone for more subtle emergency phone calls.

ANDROID SAFETY CHECK

There’s a very similar feature to Check In on Android called Safety Check.

“If you want your phone to check on you and let your emergency contacts know if anything is wrong, you can schedule a safety check,” Google explains.

Screenshot of Pixel phone's safety check setup.
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Google has a similar feature on Android phones called Safety Check[/caption]

“For example, you can use a safety check when you walk in an unfamiliar area or go to a party.”

You can find it on Android phones inside the Safety app.

This is a standard Google app built into newer versions of Android.

Go into the Safety app and then tap on Safety Check.

Then you’ll want to choose your Reason and Duration, with a check period lasting anything up to 24 hours.

Now tap Next, select your chosen contacts, and tap Start.

If you activate notifications for your emergency contacts, they’ll be told when your Safety Check has been scheduled – as well as when it ends.

Once the time comes for you to complete your Safety Check, you’ll get an alert 60 seconds before.

HOW TO USE EMERGENCY SHARING

Here's what you need to know...

You can use Emergency Sharing on Android even if you’re not using Safety Check.

Safety Check is for automating the feature – but you can just activate Emergency Sharing right away.

Just go into the Safety app, tap Emergency Sharing, and then choose contacts to share real-time location info with.

You can also add a message if you like.

Now tap Share and a notification banner will show up that you can tap to find details on your sharing.

You can stop it at any time.

Picture Credit: Google

If you mark yourself safe then the emergency sharing will be cancelled.

But if you don’t choose an option in that 60-second period, the emergency sharing will begin.

The options include:

  • I’m OK
  • Start sharing now
  • Call 911
Smartphone screen showing emergency sharing details, including contacts, real-time location, and call log.
Google
Safety Check works using the Emergency Sharing feature[/caption]

If your phone is switched off or loses signal during a Safety Check, it will still remain active.

When the emergency sharing begins, it’ll deliver your last-known location at the check-in time instead.

The emergency sharing will include a link to track your real-time location, as well as your phone’s remaining battery percentage.

If you feel like you’re in immediate danger, contact the emergency services.

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