Reports of children, some as young as 12 taking the substances were heard at the Joint Policing Committee last week. Growing concerns on the sales of 'legal highs' were voiced at the meeting when councillors, community leaders and senior gardai all agreed that there needed to be more information and awareness surrounding the products that are for sale in the shops.


The Hemporium on Kieran Street also caused controversy this week when they advertised a Mother's Day Sale and further St Patrick's Days specials.


Further details in this week's Kilkenny People.