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Latest news and events

Aine Flynn, Director of the DSS, stands between Noel and Alan, a father and son who feature in the most recent DSS public information campaign. The stand at a table, and Noel and Alan have tea cups in front of them and lean casually on the table, smiling. Behind them all is a poster from the public info campaign featuring Noel and Alan

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Limerick & North Dublin: Upcoming in-person advance planning events with the DSS

07 Aug, 2026

A still shot of Aine Flynn, Director of the DSS, as she speaks to camera about the Report of the Director of the DSS 2025

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Decision Support Service sees significant public engagement across all functions in 2025

20 Jul, 2026

Minister Higgins with all those featuring in the advance planning campaign

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Launch of major new national information campaign to encourage more adults to plan ahead

05 May, 2026

cartoon photo of a large mobile phone and a lady making her online enduring power of attorney application

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Postponed: Advance planning event in Donegal with the Decision Support Service

02 Apr, 2026

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