Irish charity withdraws consent video after backlash
By The BriefBrief
An Irish charity withdrew a state-funded video promoting consent after backlash from politicians and the public. The video advised grandparents to seek consent before hugging grandchildren and depicted grandparents hugging and kissing them, prompting complaints.
WHO:An Irish charity
WHAT:Withdrew a state-funded video advising grandparents to seek consent before hugging their grandchildren.
WHEN:Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 3:08 PM ET
WHERE:Ireland
WHY:The charity withdrew the video after facing backlash from politicians and the public.
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