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The main stories making the headlines across Cork

The family of a 16-year old girl from Carrigaline, who yesterday was awarded the largest ever personal injury settlement from the HSE in the history of the state, have said that while the damages will not alleviate Kameela's injuries, they will guarantee her a better quality of life into the future.

Following a two year long legal battle, the High Court approved a €23.5 million settlement to Kameela Kuye.

She has cerebral palsy with permanent profound neurological disabilities.

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Three single-sex, northside secondary schools have begun talks to consider merging.

The North Monastery all-boys school, Saint Vincent's all girls school and North Presentation all girls school say they are exploring the future of catholic education provision on the northside of the city.

Some concerned Parent's Associations have expressed dissatisfaction with the move.

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The Health Minister says people aged under 30 could be vaccinated against Covid-19 earlier to reduce transmission of the virus. 

It means people aged 18 to 30 would get their shots before those aged 30 to 50, once people in their 60s are vaccinated.

It comes as some senior officials fear there will be a spike in cases among younger people once society begins to reopen. 

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67 year olds can book their Covid-19 vaccination appointment from this morning.

They can register for appointments through the HSE website and phone line. 

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