Cork teenagers turn off their phones for Childline
Teenagers across Cork are being urged to give up their phones today. Mobile Monday is a fundraising effort to keep Childline's phone line open 24 hours a day. The charity is at risk of losing its night time service due to a lack of funding. This would result in 45,000 calls going unanswered. AUDIO Speaking to RedFM News these teenagers, who are putting their phones away today, explain what Childline means to young people: Click PLAY button above to hear audio Anyone who wants to support the initiative can text Childline to 57911.
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