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Irish News on Fri, Jun 22 2018, 2,922 days ago
Govt To Conduct Review On Role Of Local Authority Members
The government has commissioned Ms Sara Moorhead SC to carry out a review on the role of elected members of local authorities. Along with the roles, the review will also consider the remuneration and other supports provided to assist councillors in carrying out their duties.
The government has commissioned Ms Sara Moorhead SC to carry out a review on the role of elected members of local authorities. Along with the roles, the review will also consider the remuneration and other supports provided to assist councillors in carrying out their duties.
Security To Be Increased On North Dublin DART Line
Security is to be increased at a number of north Dublin DART stations following reports about violence and anti-social behaviour. According to an RTE report, some drivers want to stop DART trains from travelling to northside stations after 7pm at weekends following a number of incidents.
Security is to be increased at a number of north Dublin DART stations following reports about violence and anti-social behaviour. According to an RTE report, some drivers want to stop DART trains from travelling to northside stations after 7pm at weekends following a number of incidents.
Temperatures To Reach High 20s Over The Weekend
A heatwave is set to hit Ireland with temperatures projected to reach the high 20s over the weekend. According to Met Éireann the sunshine is expected to stay into next week with patchy clouds.
A heatwave is set to hit Ireland with temperatures projected to reach the high 20s over the weekend. According to Met Éireann the sunshine is expected to stay into next week with patchy clouds.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 22 2017, 3,287 days ago
Govt Misses Deadline On Emergency Accommodation
The Government's failure to meet its own deadline to end the use of emergency accommodation for homeless families is 'disappointing but not surprising'.
The Government's failure to meet its own deadline to end the use of emergency accommodation for homeless families is 'disappointing but not surprising'.
Over 300 People Made Redundant Supported By Two EGF Programmes
More than 300 people made redundant from Lufthansa Technik Airmotive Ireland (LTAI) and PWA International, as well as some 240 young people, have been supported under the last two European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) programmes, according to the Minister for Training, Skills, Innovation, Res
More than 300 people made redundant from Lufthansa Technik Airmotive Ireland (LTAI) and PWA International, as well as some 240 young people, have been supported under the last two European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) programmes, according to the Minister for Training, Skills, Innovation, Res
Irish News on Wed, Jun 22 2016, 3,652 days ago
SIPTU Re-Issues Notice Of Industrial Action At Oberstown Detention Centre
SIPTU has re-issued a notice of industrial action at Oberstown Detention Centre in Lusk following a decision to reject Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) proposals relating to the dispute at the facility concerning health and safety conditions.
SIPTU has re-issued a notice of industrial action at Oberstown Detention Centre in Lusk following a decision to reject Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) proposals relating to the dispute at the facility concerning health and safety conditions.
Dads Must Take Advantage Of Paternity Leave For Scheme To Work - FG
New dads must take advantage of the government's new paid paternity leave in order for the scheme to work, Fine Gael Senator for Dublin Rathdown, Neale Richmond, has said.
New dads must take advantage of the government's new paid paternity leave in order for the scheme to work, Fine Gael Senator for Dublin Rathdown, Neale Richmond, has said.
Fianna Fáil 'Fully Committed' To Achieving Equality For New Teachers
Fianna Fáil is "fully committed to achieving equality for newly qualified teachers", the party's spokesperson on education and skills, Thomas Byrne, has announced.
Fianna Fáil is "fully committed to achieving equality for newly qualified teachers", the party's spokesperson on education and skills, Thomas Byrne, has announced.
Garda Seeks Help To Identify Unknown Male In Co Clare
The body of an unknown male has been found washed up on the rocks at Aughinish, Kinvara, Co Clare. It is understood gardaí received reports shortly before 9pm on Sunday, 19 June. Garda attended the scene and called a local doctor who pronounced the man dead at 10pm.
The body of an unknown male has been found washed up on the rocks at Aughinish, Kinvara, Co Clare. It is understood gardaí received reports shortly before 9pm on Sunday, 19 June. Garda attended the scene and called a local doctor who pronounced the man dead at 10pm.
Summer Economic Statement For 2016 Published
The new Summer Economic Statement for 2016, which forms the basis for political discussions on the revised budgetary process for Budget 2017, has been published by Minister for Finance Michael Noonan, and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe.
The new Summer Economic Statement for 2016, which forms the basis for political discussions on the revised budgetary process for Budget 2017, has been published by Minister for Finance Michael Noonan, and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe.
Govt Approves New Summons Printing And Fixed Charge Notice Bill
The government has approved the publication of the General Scheme of a new Summons Printing and Fixed Charge Notice Bill, the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, has announced.
The government has approved the publication of the General Scheme of a new Summons Printing and Fixed Charge Notice Bill, the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, has announced.
Irish Exports At All-Time High - Enterprise Ireland
Irish exports have almost doubled in ten years, with 2015 seeing a 10% increase and an all-time high figure of €20.6 billion, up from €10.73bn in 2005.
Irish exports have almost doubled in ten years, with 2015 seeing a 10% increase and an all-time high figure of €20.6 billion, up from €10.73bn in 2005.
Minister Hosts Meeting To Discuss Irish Dairy Sector
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has hosted his first meeting of the new Dairy Forum, alongside key stakeholders of the Irish dairy sector.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has hosted his first meeting of the new Dairy Forum, alongside key stakeholders of the Irish dairy sector.
Garda Recovers Body Of Missing 74-Year-Old Woman
Gardaí searching for missing Kathleen Reilly have recovered her body. The body of the 74-year-old Athlone woman was found on Tuesday evening. Her body has been taken to the morgue at Tullamore Hospital where a post-mortem is due to be carried out later today, 22 June.
Gardaí searching for missing Kathleen Reilly have recovered her body. The body of the 74-year-old Athlone woman was found on Tuesday evening. Her body has been taken to the morgue at Tullamore Hospital where a post-mortem is due to be carried out later today, 22 June.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 22 2015, 4,018 days ago
Woman Arrested In Intelligence-Led Drugs Raid
A woman has been arrested in connection with a drugs seizure as part of on-going intelligence-led operation carried out by An Garda Síochána.
A woman has been arrested in connection with a drugs seizure as part of on-going intelligence-led operation carried out by An Garda Síochána.
100 Tech Jobs Announced For Dublin And Regions
One hundred new jobs are to be created in Dublin, Cork, Waterford and Kildare by Evros Technology. The company, which currently employes 250 people in the four areas, designs, supplies, implements and supports IT infrastructure for organisations.
One hundred new jobs are to be created in Dublin, Cork, Waterford and Kildare by Evros Technology. The company, which currently employes 250 people in the four areas, designs, supplies, implements and supports IT infrastructure for organisations.
Sinn Féin Announce Hunger Strike Commemorations
Details of the National Hunger Strike Commemorations, due to take place in Dundalk on 23 August, have been announced by Sinn Féin. Sinn Féin leader, Gerry Adams, joined Louth County Councillor Edel Corrigan and an invited audience at the Old Dundalk Jail.
Details of the National Hunger Strike Commemorations, due to take place in Dundalk on 23 August, have been announced by Sinn Féin. Sinn Féin leader, Gerry Adams, joined Louth County Councillor Edel Corrigan and an invited audience at the Old Dundalk Jail.
'Concerted Policy Initiative' Needed For Credit Union Sector - FF
Fianna Fáil has called for a "concerted policy initiative" to ensure the full potential of the credit union sector in Ireland, The party's finance spokesperson, Michael McGrath, made the call ahead of a Fianna Fáil Private Members was introduced in the Dáil.
Fianna Fáil has called for a "concerted policy initiative" to ensure the full potential of the credit union sector in Ireland, The party's finance spokesperson, Michael McGrath, made the call ahead of a Fianna Fáil Private Members was introduced in the Dáil.
Three Arrested Over Motorcyclist Murder
Three men have arrested in connection with the murder of a man at a motorcycle club in Co Limerick on Saturday. A 51-year-old man was shot in the head outside the club, just outside Munroe, at around 15:00 on Saturday. He was pronounced dead at hospital in Limerick a short time later.
Three men have arrested in connection with the murder of a man at a motorcycle club in Co Limerick on Saturday. A 51-year-old man was shot in the head outside the club, just outside Munroe, at around 15:00 on Saturday. He was pronounced dead at hospital in Limerick a short time later.
Major Fire At Ballymun Shopping Centre
Ballymun Shopping Centre in north Dublin has been badly damaged in a fire overnight. Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) were called to the scene at about 22:30 after a member of the public reported the fire.
Ballymun Shopping Centre in north Dublin has been badly damaged in a fire overnight. Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) were called to the scene at about 22:30 after a member of the public reported the fire.
Gardai Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Accident
Gardaí in Co Wexford have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident on the N25 at Kilmacree. A woman in her 20s was killed when her car collided with another vehicle at about 12:25 on Sunday.
Gardaí in Co Wexford have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident on the N25 at Kilmacree. A woman in her 20s was killed when her car collided with another vehicle at about 12:25 on Sunday.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 22 2012, 5,113 days ago
Ex-Christian Brother Charged With 138 Counts Of Sexual Assault
A former Christian Brother has been charged with 138 counts of indecent assault on boys at a primary school in Limerick city more than 30 years ago. Séamus Treacy, 70, of Ashton Close, Swords, Dublin, appeared before Limerick District Court yesterday on the charges which concern 13 alleged victims.
A former Christian Brother has been charged with 138 counts of indecent assault on boys at a primary school in Limerick city more than 30 years ago. Séamus Treacy, 70, of Ashton Close, Swords, Dublin, appeared before Limerick District Court yesterday on the charges which concern 13 alleged victims.
13-Year-Old Dies Just Hours After Hurling Match
A teenage boy died from a suspected asthma attack just hours after a hurling match. 13-year-old James Long, from Limerick, scored the winning goal for his team, but a short time later he was rushed from his home to hospital after becoming unwell.
A teenage boy died from a suspected asthma attack just hours after a hurling match. 13-year-old James Long, from Limerick, scored the winning goal for his team, but a short time later he was rushed from his home to hospital after becoming unwell.
Two Killed In Longford Road Crash
Two men have died and two others seriously injured in single-vehicle road crash in Co Longford. The incident happened on the Longford to Kenagh Road at Craane, near Ballymacormack, at 12.30am.
Two men have died and two others seriously injured in single-vehicle road crash in Co Longford. The incident happened on the Longford to Kenagh Road at Craane, near Ballymacormack, at 12.30am.
Boy Maimed By Pipe Bomb Undergoing Further Tests
A young boy, who suffered serious injuries when he picked up a pipe bomb left on the doorstep of his home, was last night undergoing further medical tests. Five-year-old PJ Duffy remained in a serious but stable condition at Crumlin Children's Hospital in Dublin.
A young boy, who suffered serious injuries when he picked up a pipe bomb left on the doorstep of his home, was last night undergoing further medical tests. Five-year-old PJ Duffy remained in a serious but stable condition at Crumlin Children's Hospital in Dublin.
€5000 Fine For Man Who Broke Workmates Arm With Golf Club
A man who broke a work colleague’s arm with a golf club has escaped a jail sentence after he paid his victim €5,000 compensation. Henry Bates, 31, of St Aongus’s Crescent, Tallaght, pleaded guilty to assaulting Mark Moore at his home in Tallaght on October 4 2011.
A man who broke a work colleague’s arm with a golf club has escaped a jail sentence after he paid his victim €5,000 compensation. Henry Bates, 31, of St Aongus’s Crescent, Tallaght, pleaded guilty to assaulting Mark Moore at his home in Tallaght on October 4 2011.
Wife Tells Sexual Assault Trial Accused Is 'Kind And Gentle'
A businessman accused of sexually assaulting a woman as she walked home has been described as "a kind and gentle man" by his wife.
A businessman accused of sexually assaulting a woman as she walked home has been described as "a kind and gentle man" by his wife.
UCDs New €50m Sports Centre Opens Monday
University College Dublin will open a new €50 million sports and fitness complex, which includes the State’s third Olympic-specification swimming pool, on Monday. The UCD Sport Fitness student centre also includes a tournament-grade debating chamber named after the late taoiseach Garret FitzGerald.
University College Dublin will open a new €50 million sports and fitness complex, which includes the State’s third Olympic-specification swimming pool, on Monday. The UCD Sport Fitness student centre also includes a tournament-grade debating chamber named after the late taoiseach Garret FitzGerald.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 22 2011, 5,479 days ago
Cathaoirleach Welcomes Changes To Seanad
Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann, Senator Paddy Burke today welcomed the changes which have been made by sessional order to procedures in Seanad Éireann.
Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann, Senator Paddy Burke today welcomed the changes which have been made by sessional order to procedures in Seanad Éireann.
Chairs Elected To The Oireachtas
Two new Chairmen have been appointed to the Oireachtas Committee. Ciaran Lynch TD, for Cork South Central has been elected as Chairman to the newly formed Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Transport, Culture and Gaeltacht.
Two new Chairmen have been appointed to the Oireachtas Committee. Ciaran Lynch TD, for Cork South Central has been elected as Chairman to the newly formed Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Transport, Culture and Gaeltacht.
Keep Calm, Keep The Peace, Says Belfast Mayor
A united call for calm and a commitment to engage and listen to all communities affected by recent unrest in east Belfast has come from the leaders of all political parties on Belfast City Council.
A united call for calm and a commitment to engage and listen to all communities affected by recent unrest in east Belfast has come from the leaders of all political parties on Belfast City Council.
Journalists Condemn Republican Gun Attack
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has strongly condemned the shooting - by armed republicans - of a Press Association photographer in Belfast last night. NUJ member Niall Carson was shot in the leg while covering the sectarian riots in east Belfast.
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has strongly condemned the shooting - by armed republicans - of a Press Association photographer in Belfast last night. NUJ member Niall Carson was shot in the leg while covering the sectarian riots in east Belfast.
Media Freedom Stressed In Vienna Council Address
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade will address a meeting in Vienna of the Permanent Council of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) today on Ireland’s plans for its Chairmanship of the OSCE next year.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade will address a meeting in Vienna of the Permanent Council of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) today on Ireland’s plans for its Chairmanship of the OSCE next year.
Dublin Shortlisted For World Design Capital 2014
The Taoiseach has welcomed the shortlisting of Dublin for World Design Capital 2014 by the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (ICSID).
The Taoiseach has welcomed the shortlisting of Dublin for World Design Capital 2014 by the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (ICSID).
HOPE Addresses 'Silent' Sectarianism In Donegal
A pioneering project, primarily funded by the International Fund for Ireland (IFI) and developed to help address the underlying issue of 'silent' sectarianism, which is all too prevalent in Donegal, has been launched.
A pioneering project, primarily funded by the International Fund for Ireland (IFI) and developed to help address the underlying issue of 'silent' sectarianism, which is all too prevalent in Donegal, has been launched.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 22 2010, 5,844 days ago
Ireland Gets Award For Cutting Road Deaths
Ireland has been recognised for cutting its level of road deaths almost by half since 2001.
Ireland has been recognised for cutting its level of road deaths almost by half since 2001.
Gov Withdraws Gender Case Appeal
The Irish Government has withdrawn its appeal against a High Court ruling that found Ireland was in breach of the European Convention of Human Rights.
The Irish Government has withdrawn its appeal against a High Court ruling that found Ireland was in breach of the European Convention of Human Rights.
Labour Calls For 'Full Implimentation' Of Bank Inquiry
The Labour Party has urged the Government to fully implement the findings of a recent report into banking practices as part of the workings of the new investigation into the banks.
The Labour Party has urged the Government to fully implement the findings of a recent report into banking practices as part of the workings of the new investigation into the banks.
Kenny's Frontbench Decisions 'Held Over'
The Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny is giving his opponents time to reconsider their position by waiting until next week before revealing his new frontbench. Mr Kenny was speaking in Belfast this afternoon where he is meeting with representatives of the main political parties in Northern Ireland.
The Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny is giving his opponents time to reconsider their position by waiting until next week before revealing his new frontbench. Mr Kenny was speaking in Belfast this afternoon where he is meeting with representatives of the main political parties in Northern Ireland.
Councils Face Planning 'Irregularities' Review
Six local authorities are facing independent reviews after the emergence of a number of complaints involving alleged irregularities in their planning approvals.
Six local authorities are facing independent reviews after the emergence of a number of complaints involving alleged irregularities in their planning approvals.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 22 2009, 6,209 days ago
Son Charged Over Dad's Death
A 22-year-old man has appeared at Nenagh District Court charged in connection with the death of his father in Templemore on Wednesday night.
A 22-year-old man has appeared at Nenagh District Court charged in connection with the death of his father in Templemore on Wednesday night.
Judges 'Guilty' Of Levy Failures
The way the State's judiciary are paid is again in focus this week with Taoiseach Brian Cowen insisting there is "a reasonable expectation" that voluntary contributions from judges "in lieu of the public service pension levy" will increase by the end of the tax year.
The way the State's judiciary are paid is again in focus this week with Taoiseach Brian Cowen insisting there is "a reasonable expectation" that voluntary contributions from judges "in lieu of the public service pension levy" will increase by the end of the tax year.
Dairy Farmers Want Action On Prices
Angry dairy farmers are in near revolt as they demand action from European officials over falling farmgate prices. They are angry over falling milk prices which they said today will put thousands of families out of business.
Angry dairy farmers are in near revolt as they demand action from European officials over falling farmgate prices. They are angry over falling milk prices which they said today will put thousands of families out of business.
Roads Claim More Lives
An investigation is under way into a fatal crash that happened in Co Donegal on Friday. Gardaí said an eight-year-old boy was seriously injured when he was struck by a van shortly after 5pm and was taken to Letterkenny where he later died.
An investigation is under way into a fatal crash that happened in Co Donegal on Friday. Gardaí said an eight-year-old boy was seriously injured when he was struck by a van shortly after 5pm and was taken to Letterkenny where he later died.
Body On Beach Probe Gets Fresh Lead
The gardaí in Sligo have confirmed that they are following a number of lines of inquiry as they continue to try to identify the body of the man washed up on Rosses Point beach last Tuesday morning.
The gardaí in Sligo have confirmed that they are following a number of lines of inquiry as they continue to try to identify the body of the man washed up on Rosses Point beach last Tuesday morning.
Jobs Replaced With College Places
An innovative approach to dealing with jobless Irish people has been unveiled. The Minister for Education has announced 2,500 new places on part-time college courses for unemployed workers.
An innovative approach to dealing with jobless Irish people has been unveiled. The Minister for Education has announced 2,500 new places on part-time college courses for unemployed workers.
BA Uses Shannon For US-Bound Business Executives
UK airline, British Airways has launched a new 'business-only' flight from London City to New York, stopping off in Shannon.
UK airline, British Airways has launched a new 'business-only' flight from London City to New York, stopping off in Shannon.
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