Chris Quinn

NI Commissioner For Children and Young People. Tweets my own.

[Cool FM News @newsoncool]

⚠️📣WATCH: Calls for a change to Northern Ireland’s laws on smacking children

🎥🎤Chief Reporter @jamesgould23 has this report from Stormont.

An open letter has been handed in to Stormont calling for the removal the defence of “reasonable punishment” and give children here the same protection from physical assault as adults.

The NSPCC, alongside doctors and other children’s organisations, wants the legal defence of so-called “reasonable punishment” removed.

Speaking to Caroline Cunningham from the NSPCC, Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People Chris Quinn, and @allianceparty MLA Michelle Guy.

@NSPCCNI
@NSPCC
@nichildcom

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Disappointed by the School Uniforms Bill debate – a missed chance to strengthen legislation. Pupil consultation is welcome, but without clear guidelines it’s unclear how this will reduce costs for families.

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

“Watching today’s Consideration Stage debate on the School Uniforms Bill, my overriding feeling is disappointment – that this is, sadly, a missed opportunity to strengthen much-needed legislation.” – Commissioner Chris Quinn.

Full @chrisniccy statement ➡️ https://t.co/47gs4ivPCw

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

Commissioner @ChrisNICCY has shared his views on the announcement of the Anti-Poverty Strategy consultation which has been published today.

Visit the Department for Communities website to take part in the consultation https://t.co/b5wNdm7mTn.

#antipovertystrategygroup.

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

“We owe it to our children and young people to ensure that more of the Independent Review into Children’s Social Care recommendations are implemented; they are as relevant today as they were two years ago.” – Commissioner @ChrisNICCY.

More ➡️ https://t.co/M2rDowRZPm

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

A powerful day for children’s rights in NI at @QUBelfast 🌟

Honoured to speak alongside young people, Lady Chief Justice Siobhan Keegan, Professors Laura Lundy & Bronagh Byrne, and Bruce Adamson.

Incorporating the #UNCRC is vital to truly protect children

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

Commissioner @ChrisNICCY and Team NICCY are presenting the second Incorporation Conversations event in partnership with @QUBelfast today at Riddel Hall.

Follow our feed from 1pm - 5pm #ForEveryChildEveryRight.

@ChildRightsQUB, @QUBSSESW.

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Third appointment of the morning

Really important & insightful report launch by @NIAuditOffice on Effective audit and risk assurance committees

The role of our audit committee is essential in good governance. @nichildcom are blessed to have such a committed & talented group

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Ealry start @BBCNewsNI today talking about school attendance.

I am really concerned about the lack of support for vulnerable children and families

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

The Youth Panel is now presenting a briefing to the @NIACfEd on the School Uniforms Bill.

This will be followed by a briefing at 5:30pm from the Commissioner @chrisNICCY and staff.

Read full submissions at https://t.co/sAGZ1k39BE

Follow hearing here https://t.co/uhLVkwC86d

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Every child deserves access to healthcare without discrimination

At the #ENOC Spring Seminar the focus is clear:the right to health is not optional — it’s essential. It’s a cornerstone of children’s rights and a top priority for the European Network of Ombudspersons for Children

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

Our Legal and Investigations department received 312 new complaints and successfully closed 325 cases in the 2023-24 business year.

Check out our latest report for more info on how the team have addressed breaches of children’s rights: https://t.co/Mk0tdIbNlH

@ChrisNICCY

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Was so nice to catch up with ⁦@ChildreninNI⁩ CEO ⁦⁦@WhelehanNatalie⁩ last week.

Pictured here is ⁦@nichildcom⁩
Interim CEO Alex Tennant with Natalie at NICCY HQ.

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

Commissioner @ChrisNICCY had a catch-up with the newly appointed Chief Executive of @ChildreninNI, Natalie Whelehan ☺️

Natalie was a former colleague at NICCY and continues to be a strong advocate for children's rights.

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Delighted to be @PSChairsNI Leadership and Governance Conference today.

#NIGovConf

@nichildcom

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Great to hear some good news for children and families today!!

‘Big smiles and belly laughs’ is what we need to hear more of! 😊

Credit to all who have made this happen 👏👏

⁦@Education_NI⁩ ⁦@healthdpt⁩ ⁦@nichildcom⁩ https://t.co/xFcM5g7IaS

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Fab day @nichildcom #HearOurVoices event!

Jam packed with creativity, activity & crucially youth voices on climate justice and child rights!

Brilliant that Minister @AndrewMuirNI gave keynote speech & to have @JohnBlairAPNI & @RobbieButlerMLA here - to listen and take action

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Such an honour to open this beautiful facility.

What a wonderful school!

Thank you for inviting me and making me feel so welcome.

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[Christ the Redeemer @ctrps1]

🌻☀️ What a beautiful morning at Christ the Redeemer as we officially opened our Sunflower Room with our whole school community and distinguished guests! 🌈 The sun shone brightly on this special occasion, and we couldn't be prouder. 🌟 #Community @Ed_Authority @CCMS @ChrisNICCY

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Magical morning, opening new SPIM at Christ the Redeemer School.

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

What a fantastic day we had @QUBelfast Centre for Child Rights and Colleagues from across the children and youth sector.

Powerful inputs from @BronaghByrneQUB and @Bruce_Adamson - world leaders in children’s rights & incorporation of the UNCRC

Let’s harness the momentum!

[Lauren McAreavey @LaurenMcA_5]

First of the ‘Incorporation Conversations’ this am! 🗣️💬

There is clear appetite to collaborate and see real action towards incorporation in NI! 🙌

Great to hear from @BronaghByrneQUB @Bruce_Adamson @ChrisNICCY, Alex & Seren who are keen to kick the journey up a gear! ⚙️

[Lauren McAreavey @LaurenMcA_5]

First of the ‘Incorporation Conversations’ this am! 🗣️💬

There is clear appetite to collaborate and see real action towards incorporation in NI! 🙌

Great to hear from @BronaghByrneQUB @Bruce_Adamson @ChrisNICCY, Alex & Seren who are keen to kick the journey up a gear! ⚙️

[Chris Quinn @ChrisNICCY]

Behind every statistic is a shorty. I’ve sought further clarity from NIHE on this data and have requested an urgent meeting with Minister for Communities to discuss child homelessness and poverty.

#ForEveryChildEveryRight

[NI Commissioner for Children and Young People @nichildcom]

"We need to remove the stigma of homelessness, the reality is this could happen to any of us. The laws need to made stronger to protect vulnerable people." ~ @ChrisNICCY @SimonCommNI @CommunitiesNI @gordonlyons1