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Irish News on Wed, Sep 21 2022, 1,461 days ago

SDLP Proposed 'Radical' New Scheme For Home Heating Oil Users
A radical new scheme to support Northern Ireland households using home heating oil has been proposed by the SDLP.
New Initiative To Help Trace Missing People With Dementia 
A new initiative to help Police and other agencies find those with Dementia quickly and safely is to be rolled out across Northern Ireland.
NI To Receive 'Equivalent Support' As GB Energy Guarantee
Business Secretary Jacob Rees-Mogg has confirmed that NI households will receive 'equivalent support' to those already announced in Great Britain.
Lyons Launches Series Of Energy Advice And Support Videos
A series of consumer information videos providing energy advice and support to help households this winter, has been launched by Economy Minister Gordon Lyons.
Finance Ministers Call For Urgent Action On Cost-Of-Living Crisis
Finance Minister Conor Murphy has joined forces with Finance Ministers in Scotland and Wales to call for more targeted support to those impacted the most by the cost of living crisis The Minister's have called on the UK government to fund its cap on energy prices through a windfall tax, not higher
New Education Policy Consultation On Strategic Priorities
A new education policy consultation has been launched by the Department of Education (DoE) on its draft Corporate Plan which outlines its strategic priorities for the next five years.
Health Minister Praises Community Staff On Rathlin Island
Health Minister Robin Swann has praised the work of health and social care staff, firefighters and community representatives who support residents of Rathlin Island.
Commonwealth Games Athletes Recognised For Sporting Achievements
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has hosted a reception for local athletes who competed in the Commonwealth Games at Parliament Buildings to recognise their excellence and achievement in sport.
£25.2m Virtual Production Studio Announced In Belfast
A new £25.2 million cutting edge virtual production studio has been announced for Giant's Park in Belfast.

Irish News on Fri, Sep 21 2018, 2,922 days ago

Driverless Electric Bus Launched In Dublin Docklands
A new driverless, electric shuttle bus has been unveiled in Dublin's Dockland's area as part of Dublin City Council's European Mobility Week event.
First Ever Dublin Sportsfest Announced
Dublin City Council has announced the first ever Dublin Sportsfest – a week-long celebration of sport and physical activity throughout the City of Dublin to take place from 23 – 30 September.

Irish News on Thu, Sep 21 2017, 3,287 days ago

No Restrictions For Irish Vessels At Spanish Ports - Creed
No restrictions will be applied to Irish vessels landing albacore tuna into Spanish ports, Agriculture Minister Michael Creed has confirmed. The Minister said in recent days he became aware of reports Irish vessels were being prohibited from landing their tuna catch into some Spanish ports.

Irish News on Wed, Sep 21 2016, 3,652 days ago

FF Stance On Water Charges 'Laughable' - SF
Sinn Féin has accused Fianna Fáil of continuing to flip flop on water changes and described the party's latest U-turn as "laughable". TD and Spokesperson on Water, Eoin Ó Broin, said: "In the space of less than two weeks, Fianna Fáil has made several dizzying U-turns on the issue of water charges.
Element Six Strike Action Deferred For Talks Continuation
Strike action due to begin today, 21 September, at Element Six in Shannon, Co Clare, has been deferred, SIPTU the union has announced. The 24-hour work stoppage has been put back for two weeks to continue talks with management at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC).

Irish News on Mon, Sep 21 2015, 4,018 days ago

FF Propose New Knife Legislation
Illegally carrying a knife in a public place could carry a minimum 12 months custodial sentence, under new legislation proposed by Fianna Fáil.
Agriculture Commissioner Criticised For 'Missed Opportunity'
Agriculture Commissioner Phil Hogan has been accused of wasting am opportunity "to show farmers across Europe that you understood the crisis many of them are facing".
EU Parliament HQ Overhaul 'Political And Economic Madness'
Plans for a "massive overhaul" of the European Parliament headquarters in Brussels have been criticised by Fine Gael MEP, Brian Hayes.
Govt Determined To Tackle Organised Crime
The Irish Government remains determined that organised crime, from whatever quarter and in whatever manifestation, continues to be tackled head on, Minister Flanagan has said ahead of fresh talks in Northern Ireland.
Domestic Water Customers Sought For Public Water Forum
The Commission for Energy Regulation has launched a recruitment drive to appoint 20 domestic water consumers to the board of the new independent consumer consultative forum, the Public Water Forum.
Man Dies In Suspect 'Cardiac Event' At Dublin Half Marathon
A 23-year-old man died of a suspected heart attack while running the Dublin half-marathon on Saturday, the Irish Independent has reported. The man, named in the report as John McHugh, is said to have collapsed close to the finish line in Phoenix Park.

Irish News on Fri, Sep 21 2012, 5,113 days ago

Two Charged With 2011 Murder Of Michael Kelly
Two men have been charged in connection with the murder of the Michael Kelly, who was shot dead in September last year.
Suicide Charity Suspends Employee Over 'Financial Irregularities'
Following allegations of financial irregularities an employee of one of the country’s leading suicide charities has been suspended.
Regional RTÉ Studios Saved In New Agreement
An agreement reached with local institutes of technology has saved RTÉ’s five regional studios. The stations studios in Waterford, Dundalk, Athlone, Galway and Sligo will close and will instead be based within the institutes of technology.
€100,000 Worth Of Cocaine Seized and Man Arrested
A man has been arrested and is being questioned in connection with the seizure of more than €100,000 worth of cocaine. The 37-year-old was arrested in Dublin city last night by gardai from Store Street station investigating the sale and supply of the drug.
Ireland's Divorce Rate Rises 150% In 10 Years
The latest census figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have revealed that the divorce rate in Ireland has gone up 150% since 2002. It also shows a slower growth in the number of marriages, increasing by nearly 10 per cent in just five years, between 2006 and 2011.
Over 300,000 Expected To Participate In Culture Night
Some 300,000 people across 34 cities, towns and villages are expected to take part in this years Culture Night as thousands of events take places and many local institutions, cultural centres, halls and public buildings set to remain open late into the night.
Parents Critical Of Plans To Convert Store Into Special Need Class
Plans of new €4.2 million primary school in Co Cork to adapt a storeroom to accommodate special needs children have been rejected by the parents. The school has just two special-needs classrooms for three special-needs classes.

Irish News on Wed, Sep 21 2011, 5,479 days ago

Norris Secures 12 Backers
Independent Senator David Norris has secured the backing of 12 Oireachtas members, just over half of what he needs to gain a place on Presidential ballot papers in the Irish Republic.
Presidential Voting 'Must Be Extended' Say SF
Sinn Fein has urged that all the people of the island of Ireland be allowed to vote in the Irish Presidential elections. Sinn Fein MLA Barry McElduff has called for the extension of voting rights. He was joined by an MLA from each other county in Northern Ireland to call for this right.
Search For 'Golden Eagle' Continues
The search for a missing yacht, believed to be lost on route to Cork, will continue today. Due to arrive in Crookhaven, Co Cork, last week the vessel has still not arrived and the Coast Guard service says there has been no sighting of, or radio contact with, the two man crew as of yet.
Disabled More Likely To Face Poverty
People with disabilities are more likely to live in poverty and face exclusion, it has been revealed. A new report on the social and living conditions of people with disabilities has shown that disability has multiple and reciprocal effects on people’s lifestyles.
Fresh Bid To Find Killers Of Chinese Man
A murder that shocked the Chinese community over 15 years ago is back in the spotlight today.

Irish News on Tue, Sep 21 2010, 5,844 days ago

Three Still In Custody Over Stabbing
Three men remain in custody this morning after the murder of Derek McDonagh (28) in Tullamore, Co Offaly yesterday. The men are being detained at Tullamore Garda station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act.
TD Sheehan Resigns From Party
The Fine Gael TD who yesterday apologised for his drunken abuse levelled at a female Garda last July, has this morning resigned from the party.
Blaze-Hit Dublin Port Tunnel Reopens
A fire in the Dublin Port Tunnel has forced the closure of the crucial tunnel in both directions early this morning. Although both lanes have since been reopened, traffic remains very heavy in the area and gardaí have appealed to motorists to use alternative routes.
€1.5bn Payments To Farmers Revealed
The Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food announced details of the direct payments valued at €1.5 billion that will be made to farmers between now and the end of this year.
Power-ful Irish Approach To World Hunger
The Irish Government has this week urged world leaders gathered at the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDG) Summit in New York to accelerate action to tackle the global hunger crisis.
Bus Overtakes Train In Rosslare
Irish Rail has closed the Waterford to Rosslare service and replaced it with a bus service. "Existing rail season tickets will be accepted on bus services, and fares on the Bus Éireann services will replicate existing rail fares," a spokesperson said.

Irish News on Mon, Sep 21 2009, 6,209 days ago

Laos Tragedy As Honeymooner Drowns
The body of the Irish tourist who went missing in Laos last Thursday has been recovered from a river in the north of the country. The victim - who was on his honeymoon - was Michael O'Sullivan, a 39-year-old from Blackpool in Cork. He went missing during a tubing trip on the Nam Xong River.
Dublin Balcony Fall Man Dies
A woman was seriously injured after what gardaí have described as a 'domestic incident' in Dublin early this morning in which a man died. The Lithuanian man, 33, was taken to the Mater hospital with serious injuries after gardaí were called to The Hamptons at Santry Cross, Dublin 9.
Tragic Boxer Buried
The funeral of Irish Olympic boxer Darren Sutherland is to take place today. Darren was found by his manager Frank Maloney, who has described the death as a "tragedy for Ireland and the world of boxing''.
Ministers Resume Justice Funding Talks
The North's First and Deputy First Ministers today reopened talks at Downing Street centred on agreeing a financial package for a devolved ministry of justice. The new department would also oversee the province's policing, and pave the way for a local Attorney General.
Ireland Introduces National Postcode
The Dáil has approved the introduction of a national postcode system, which will be a combination of letters and numbers. These codes will be similar to the county initials used for car licence plates. For example, Galway would become 'GAL 123' and Athlone 'ATH 123'.
Fatal Road Traffic Collisions Probed
Two people have died after separate weekend road accidents in different parts of Ireland. A 77-year-old male driver - who was injured in a road traffic collision that occurred in Clondakin last Friday (18th September) - died yesterday at St James Hospital where he was being treated.
Chefs Back Local Suppliers
Irish restaurateurs are committed to supporting local suppliers and passing this information on to their customers. The Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) Chief Executive, said that Irish restaurants are happy to supply information on food origin.
Speculation Over SDLP Leadership Contest
Senior ranking SDLP members are poised to battle it out for the party leadership, after Mark Durkan announced his intentions to stand down at the weekend.
Safety Focus For Mobility Week
Irish people are being encouraged to walk, cycle or to avail of public transport, especially during European Mobility Week which is running until tomorrow.

Irish News on Fri, Sep 21 2007, 6,940 days ago

Gardaí Gave No Warning, Inquest Hears
An armed robber serving a ten-year sentence for his role in the Lusk post office robbery has claimed he did not hear Gardaí give a warning before opening fire. Gavin Farrelly was a witness today at Dublin City Coroner's Court where the inquest is being held.
Woman Released In Longford Murder Investigation
The woman being held by Gardaí in connection with the death of Sharon Coughlan, has been released without charge. Gardaí in Co Longford arrested three people yesterday. Two men, aged 19 and 28, were still in custody this morning. It is understood their period of detention has been extended.
Pair Held After Cocaine Seizure
Two men have been arrested in Co Kildare after Gardaí seized an estimated €200,000 worth of cocaine. Gardaí stopped a car in Monasterevin last night, recovering around 3kg of drugs.
Appeal Over Missing Girl
Gardaí in Dublin have appealed for help in finding a missing 12-year-old girl. The girl, a Romanian national who lives in Tallaght, was last seen on Wednesday afternoon in the South Frederick area of the city.
Men Detained Over Wexford Drug Seizure
Gardaí have detained two men in Co Wexford following a seizure of cannabis resin. The drugs were seized last night at around 7pm and are believed to be worth an estimated €300,000. The two men are being detained for questioning at the Garda station in New Ross.
Lusk Landfill Site To Get Go-Ahead
Plans to develop a refuse landfill site at Lusk in Co Dublin are set to get the go-ahead after the Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposed decision to grant a license.
West Link Toll Charge Set To Rise
Motorists using the M50 toll bridge on Dublin's West Link will have to pay an additional 10c from next year. The National Roads Authority announced that the toll will increase from €1.90 to €2 from January next year. Those with a registered debit account will be charged 2.
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