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Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
Taxi Drivers Must Be Consulted Over Fare Changes - SF
Sinn Féin has called for taxi drivers to be consulted over any proposed changes to fare levels and rates as two groups of drivers launch protests against plans to change fares. The party's transport ...
Taxi Drivers Must Be Consulted Over Fare Changes - SF
Sinn Féin has called for taxi drivers to be consulted over any proposed changes to fare levels and rates as two groups of drivers launch protests against plans to change fares. The party's transport ...
Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
Met Éireann Warning As More Snow Expected
Met Éireann has warned drivers that while conditions have improved it is only expected to be a temporary respite with widespread snow set to return on Tuesday night. A number of roads across the Stat...
Met Éireann Warning As More Snow Expected
Met Éireann has warned drivers that while conditions have improved it is only expected to be a temporary respite with widespread snow set to return on Tuesday night. A number of roads across the Stat...
Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
EPA Warn Irish Water About Water Treatment Plants
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has told Irish Water that "significant investment" is needed to address the quality of the water supply. The EPA has identified 121 water supply facilities t...
EPA Warn Irish Water About Water Treatment Plants
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has told Irish Water that "significant investment" is needed to address the quality of the water supply. The EPA has identified 121 water supply facilities t...
Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
Sinn Féin Call For Education Reforms To Be Put On Hold
The Minister for Education has been urged to postpone further implementation of Junior Cycle reform until all outstanding issues are resolved with teachers. Sinn Féin education spokesperson, Jonathan...
Sinn Féin Call For Education Reforms To Be Put On Hold
The Minister for Education has been urged to postpone further implementation of Junior Cycle reform until all outstanding issues are resolved with teachers. Sinn Féin education spokesperson, Jonathan...
Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
Twenty New Jobs Announced At New Regional Irish TV Hub
Irish TV have announced that it will open a new regional hub in Kerry Technology Park with the creation of twenty new jobs. Welcoming the news, Fine Gael TD for Kerry and Minister of State with Respo...
Twenty New Jobs Announced At New Regional Irish TV Hub
Irish TV have announced that it will open a new regional hub in Kerry Technology Park with the creation of twenty new jobs. Welcoming the news, Fine Gael TD for Kerry and Minister of State with Respo...
Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
Women At Risk By Delays In Extending BreastCheck Scheme - FF
Women's lives are being put at risk by "consistent delays" in the extension of the BreastCheck programme, Fianna Fáil health spokesperson Billy Kelleher has said. The screening service was due to be ...
Women At Risk By Delays In Extending BreastCheck Scheme - FF
Women's lives are being put at risk by "consistent delays" in the extension of the BreastCheck programme, Fianna Fáil health spokesperson Billy Kelleher has said. The screening service was due to be ...
Irish News, Jan 20, 2015
USI Launch 'Yes' Vote Ahead Of Marriage Equality Referendum
The Unions of Students of Ireland (USI) has launched a campaign in support of a 'Yes' vote in the upcoming marriage equality referendum. In a statement on their website, the USI states that it believ...
USI Launch 'Yes' Vote Ahead Of Marriage Equality Referendum
The Unions of Students of Ireland (USI) has launched a campaign in support of a 'Yes' vote in the upcoming marriage equality referendum. In a statement on their website, the USI states that it believ...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
Rural Limerick Death A 'Tragic Accident' - Garda
Gardaí investigating the discovery of a 65-year-old woman's body outside a neighbours house in rural Limerick are no longer treating the death as suspicious. It is understood that a post-mortem exami...
Rural Limerick Death A 'Tragic Accident' - Garda
Gardaí investigating the discovery of a 65-year-old woman's body outside a neighbours house in rural Limerick are no longer treating the death as suspicious. It is understood that a post-mortem exami...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
100 New Jobs Announced In Shannon
One hundred new jobs are to be created in Shannon with the opening of a European manufacturing plant by AMAX. The company, which produces dynamic Data Centre & Cloud, custom Server Appliance and High...
100 New Jobs Announced In Shannon
One hundred new jobs are to be created in Shannon with the opening of a European manufacturing plant by AMAX. The company, which produces dynamic Data Centre & Cloud, custom Server Appliance and High...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Crash
Gardaí in Co Westmeath are appealing to witnesses of a fatal road accident on the Athlone bypass on Sunday afternoon. A five-month-old baby boy died after the car he was travelling in veered off the ...
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Crash
Gardaí in Co Westmeath are appealing to witnesses of a fatal road accident on the Athlone bypass on Sunday afternoon. A five-month-old baby boy died after the car he was travelling in veered off the ...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
Govt Urged To Look Again At Mortgage Legislation
New legislation introduced to protect mortgage holders has been described as a "cop out" by Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance, Michael McGrath. Deputy McGrath said that the Consumer Protection (Reg...
Govt Urged To Look Again At Mortgage Legislation
New legislation introduced to protect mortgage holders has been described as a "cop out" by Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance, Michael McGrath. Deputy McGrath said that the Consumer Protection (Reg...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
River Searches Carried Out For Missing Man
Garda sub aqua divers and members of Kilkenny river rescue have carried out a search of the River Nore in Co Kilkenny for a 33-year-old man. It is understood that the man was walking along the river ...
River Searches Carried Out For Missing Man
Garda sub aqua divers and members of Kilkenny river rescue have carried out a search of the River Nore in Co Kilkenny for a 33-year-old man. It is understood that the man was walking along the river ...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
Body Recovered Of Missing 61-Year-Old
Officers from the Garda Water Unit have found the body of a 61-year-old woman who had been missing for more than five days. Marian Power had been missing since Monday morning of last week, when she w...
Body Recovered Of Missing 61-Year-Old
Officers from the Garda Water Unit have found the body of a 61-year-old woman who had been missing for more than five days. Marian Power had been missing since Monday morning of last week, when she w...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
Met Éireann Warns Of Continuing Bad Weather
Forecaster Met Éireann has warned of continuing bad weather conditions with outbreaks of rain, sleet and snow expected throughout Monday. As overnight temperatures dropped into minus figures, the for...
Met Éireann Warns Of Continuing Bad Weather
Forecaster Met Éireann has warned of continuing bad weather conditions with outbreaks of rain, sleet and snow expected throughout Monday. As overnight temperatures dropped into minus figures, the for...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
'I Am A Gay Man' - Health Minister Leo Varadkar
The Minister for Health, has publicly revealed that he is gay. Minister Leo Varadkar made the statement during an interview with RTÉ Radio, saying that he had chosen to speak publicly in order to ful...
'I Am A Gay Man' - Health Minister Leo Varadkar
The Minister for Health, has publicly revealed that he is gay. Minister Leo Varadkar made the statement during an interview with RTÉ Radio, saying that he had chosen to speak publicly in order to ful...
Irish News, Jan 19, 2015
Three Injured And Three Arrested In Longford Car Chase
Three people required hospital treatment following a high-speed car chase in Longford on Saturday night. Gardai said a patrol car was carrying out a routine circuit of the town when it tried to stop ...
Three Injured And Three Arrested In Longford Car Chase
Three people required hospital treatment following a high-speed car chase in Longford on Saturday night. Gardai said a patrol car was carrying out a routine circuit of the town when it tried to stop ...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
Taoiseach Unveils First New Garda Cars
The Taoiseach has officially unveiled that first batch of a new fleet of Garda patrol cars. The 370 new cars were presented by Enda Kenny at Garda headquarters in Phoenix Park. The new fleet is part...
Taoiseach Unveils First New Garda Cars
The Taoiseach has officially unveiled that first batch of a new fleet of Garda patrol cars. The 370 new cars were presented by Enda Kenny at Garda headquarters in Phoenix Park. The new fleet is part...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
'At-Risk' Groups Urged To Get Flu Vaccine
People over the age of 65, as well as those with a chronic medical condition, are being advised to get the current flu vaccination, despite reports that it is only around 25% effective. Medical advic...
'At-Risk' Groups Urged To Get Flu Vaccine
People over the age of 65, as well as those with a chronic medical condition, are being advised to get the current flu vaccination, despite reports that it is only around 25% effective. Medical advic...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
Eight Admitted To Hospital After Chemical Leak
Eight people have received hospital treatment following a "localised chemical leak from a manufacturing vessel" at Bristol Myers Squibb in Co Dublin. The biopharma company, which is based in Swords, ...
Eight Admitted To Hospital After Chemical Leak
Eight people have received hospital treatment following a "localised chemical leak from a manufacturing vessel" at Bristol Myers Squibb in Co Dublin. The biopharma company, which is based in Swords, ...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
Charlie Hebdo Delivery Delayed Until Next Week
An expected delivery of the "survivors' edition" of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo to Ireland could be delayed until next week. An English language version of the magazine was expected to go...
Charlie Hebdo Delivery Delayed Until Next Week
An expected delivery of the "survivors' edition" of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo to Ireland could be delayed until next week. An English language version of the magazine was expected to go...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
Six-Year-Old Allegedly Pricked With Syringe On Dublin Bus
An investigation is underway after a six-year-old child was allegedly pricked by a syringe on a Dublin Bus. According to gardaí, the incident took place on the number 66B bus last Friday evening. Em...
Six-Year-Old Allegedly Pricked With Syringe On Dublin Bus
An investigation is underway after a six-year-old child was allegedly pricked by a syringe on a Dublin Bus. According to gardaí, the incident took place on the number 66B bus last Friday evening. Em...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Co Monaghan Crash
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have reported the death of a man in a road accident on Thursday. Officers say that the man's car was involved in a collision with a tractor at Cooltrimegish at about 17:45 on th...
Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Co Monaghan Crash
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have reported the death of a man in a road accident on Thursday. Officers say that the man's car was involved in a collision with a tractor at Cooltrimegish at about 17:45 on th...
Irish News, Jan 16, 2015
250 New Jobs For Co Galway
Two hundred and fifty new jobs are to be created in Co Galway by medical devices manufacturer, Zimmer. The company will create the jobs over the next five years as part of an expansion, with a new €5...
250 New Jobs For Co Galway
Two hundred and fifty new jobs are to be created in Co Galway by medical devices manufacturer, Zimmer. The company will create the jobs over the next five years as part of an expansion, with a new €5...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Govt Not Helping Long-Term Unemployed - FF
Fianna Fáil has accused the government of failing to help long-term unemployed, saying that instead of making promises of what will happen in the future, they need to focus on creating jobs now. Foll...
Govt Not Helping Long-Term Unemployed - FF
Fianna Fáil has accused the government of failing to help long-term unemployed, saying that instead of making promises of what will happen in the future, they need to focus on creating jobs now. Foll...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Tax Breaks For Landlords 'Not Any Kind Of Solution'
Proposals by the Environment Minister to give tax breaks to landlords have been dismissed as "a sop" by Sinn Féin housing spokesperson Dessie Ellis, who said the move would not help renters in danger ...
Tax Breaks For Landlords 'Not Any Kind Of Solution'
Proposals by the Environment Minister to give tax breaks to landlords have been dismissed as "a sop" by Sinn Féin housing spokesperson Dessie Ellis, who said the move would not help renters in danger ...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Thousands Of Homes Without Power As Storm Continues
Thousands of homes across Ireland are without power following a night of strong winds and heavy rain. The stormy weather has continued today, with Dublin Airport reporting that 20 planes have had to ...
Thousands Of Homes Without Power As Storm Continues
Thousands of homes across Ireland are without power following a night of strong winds and heavy rain. The stormy weather has continued today, with Dublin Airport reporting that 20 planes have had to ...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Midwest Nurses Vote To Join Industrial Action
University Hospital Limerick nurses have voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute over hospital overcrowding. The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) balloted nurses in a number of...
Midwest Nurses Vote To Join Industrial Action
University Hospital Limerick nurses have voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute over hospital overcrowding. The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) balloted nurses in a number of...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Labour Welcomes Poll Showing Support For Marriage Equality
A new poll has revealed that up to 80% of people support same-sex marriage, Labour Party TD and Co-Chair of Labour LGBT, John Lyons, has said. Highlighting the Red C/Paddy Power poll, Mr Lyons said: ...
Labour Welcomes Poll Showing Support For Marriage Equality
A new poll has revealed that up to 80% of people support same-sex marriage, Labour Party TD and Co-Chair of Labour LGBT, John Lyons, has said. Highlighting the Red C/Paddy Power poll, Mr Lyons said: ...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Sinn Féin Accuse Govt Of 'Complete Failure To Deliver Political Reform'
Sinn Féin has accused the government of a "complete failure to deliver political reform" following an announcement that plans for a referendum on lowering the voting age have been abandoned. Chris An...
Sinn Féin Accuse Govt Of 'Complete Failure To Deliver Political Reform'
Sinn Féin has accused the government of a "complete failure to deliver political reform" following an announcement that plans for a referendum on lowering the voting age have been abandoned. Chris An...
Irish News, Jan 15, 2015
Report Reveals Percentage Of Mothers-To-Be Who Continue To Smoke
A new report has revealed that up to 13% of mothers-to-be continue to smoke throughout their pregnancy. The report, Growing Up in Ireland, National Longitudinal Study of Children, found stress, pover...
Report Reveals Percentage Of Mothers-To-Be Who Continue To Smoke
A new report has revealed that up to 13% of mothers-to-be continue to smoke throughout their pregnancy. The report, Growing Up in Ireland, National Longitudinal Study of Children, found stress, pover...
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Ireland WeatherToday:A dry day with any low cloud and mist clearing during the morning leaving long spells of warm sunshine. Breezy at times around the coast. Maximum temperature 20 °C.Tonight:A fine end to the day with some sunshine, then clear spells overnight. Low cloud could form around some Irish Sea coasts later in the night. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
