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Irish News on Mon, Aug 14 2023, 1,096 days ago
Six Of Belfast’s Best Game And Entertainment Centres
A number of exciting businesses are being established all over Ireland.
A number of exciting businesses are being established all over Ireland.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 14 2019, 2,557 days ago
Tusla File Review Must Be Published Immediately - SF
The review into hundreds of unassessed files held at Tusla's Portlaoise office must be published immediately, Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald has said.
The review into hundreds of unassessed files held at Tusla's Portlaoise office must be published immediately, Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald has said.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 14 2018, 2,922 days ago
HSE Criticised For 'Huge Sums Of Money' Spent On Taxis
Sinn Féin have raised concerns after it was revealed that Health Service Executive (HSE) spent a "huge sum of money" on taxis.
Sinn Féin have raised concerns after it was revealed that Health Service Executive (HSE) spent a "huge sum of money" on taxis.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 14 2017, 3,287 days ago
Political Unity Needed To Tackle Ticket Touting - SF
Sinn Féin have said that political unity is needed to tackle ticket touting. Sinn Féin spokesperson on Enterprise and Innovation, Maurice Quinlivan, made the call as he welcomed the GAA's plan seeking to tackle people profiteering from ticket touting.
Sinn Féin have said that political unity is needed to tackle ticket touting. Sinn Féin spokesperson on Enterprise and Innovation, Maurice Quinlivan, made the call as he welcomed the GAA's plan seeking to tackle people profiteering from ticket touting.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 14 2015, 4,018 days ago
Water Protester Charges 'Deeply Worrying'
News that more than twenty water charge protesters are to be charged over a protest in Tallaght last year has been described as "deeply worrying".
News that more than twenty water charge protesters are to be charged over a protest in Tallaght last year has been described as "deeply worrying".
Former Waterford Crystal Workers Receive €180m Settlement Offer
Former Waterford Crystal workers have received letters confirming settlement payments of €180 million bringing to an end their long-running pension battle. The Department of Social Protection issued the letter on Wednesday, confirming the pension settlement and lump sum payouts.
Former Waterford Crystal workers have received letters confirming settlement payments of €180 million bringing to an end their long-running pension battle. The Department of Social Protection issued the letter on Wednesday, confirming the pension settlement and lump sum payouts.
Appeal Issued For Witnesses To Co Sligo Road Accident
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident in Castlebaldwin, Co Sligo. Ballymote garda are investigating a collision involving three vehicles and a pedestrian at about 11:40 on Thursday.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident in Castlebaldwin, Co Sligo. Ballymote garda are investigating a collision involving three vehicles and a pedestrian at about 11:40 on Thursday.
Clear Case For Immediate Intervention In Calais - FF
There is a "clear case" for the Minister for Transport to "immediately intervene" in the migrant crisis in Calais, Fianna Fáil has said. The party's spokesperson, Timmy Dooley, said: "The scale of the crisis I witnessed today is quite stark to see first-hand.
There is a "clear case" for the Minister for Transport to "immediately intervene" in the migrant crisis in Calais, Fianna Fáil has said. The party's spokesperson, Timmy Dooley, said: "The scale of the crisis I witnessed today is quite stark to see first-hand.
Govt Announce State Funeral For Thomas Kent
The government has announced a State Funeral for the late Thomas Kent, one of the 16 men executed in 1916 following the Easter Rising.
The government has announced a State Funeral for the late Thomas Kent, one of the 16 men executed in 1916 following the Easter Rising.
Ninety-Two Deaths On Irish Roads To Date This Year
Ninety-two people have died in 87 collisions on Irish roads between January and July this year, new figures have revealed.
Ninety-two people have died in 87 collisions on Irish roads between January and July this year, new figures have revealed.
Business Predict Boost From Trading Online Vouchers Scheme
Almost three quarters of businesses that participated in the Governments Trading Online Voucher Scheme expect to recruit more staff and predict a dividend of almost 15%, a new survey has revealed.
Almost three quarters of businesses that participated in the Governments Trading Online Voucher Scheme expect to recruit more staff and predict a dividend of almost 15%, a new survey has revealed.
Govt 'Failing Completely' To Address Homelessness
Homeless services being unable to accommodate a family with three young children highlights the failure of the government's housing strategy, Sinn Féin's Dessie Ellis has said.
Homeless services being unable to accommodate a family with three young children highlights the failure of the government's housing strategy, Sinn Féin's Dessie Ellis has said.
Long Term Mortgage Arrears Falling
There has been a drop in the number of households in long term mortgage arrears, according to figures released by the Department of Finance. The number of mortgages in arrears for greater than two years decreased by 116. Fine Gael TD for Kildare South, Martin Heydon welcomed the news.
There has been a drop in the number of households in long term mortgage arrears, according to figures released by the Department of Finance. The number of mortgages in arrears for greater than two years decreased by 116. Fine Gael TD for Kildare South, Martin Heydon welcomed the news.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 14 2014, 4,383 days ago
Gardaí Appeal For Information On Fatal Co Meath Road Crash
Gardaí in Co Meath have reported the death of a 46-year-old man in a to-vehicle crash near Kells. It is understood that the man was driving a van that collided with a lorry at Johnsbrook on the N52 from Kells to Mullingar, at about 10:30 this morning.
Gardaí in Co Meath have reported the death of a 46-year-old man in a to-vehicle crash near Kells. It is understood that the man was driving a van that collided with a lorry at Johnsbrook on the N52 from Kells to Mullingar, at about 10:30 this morning.
DCC Order Removal Of 'Traditional' Shopfront
Dublin City Council has ordered a fast-food chain in the city's Temple Bar to remove its shopfront as it is "too traditional".
Dublin City Council has ordered a fast-food chain in the city's Temple Bar to remove its shopfront as it is "too traditional".
Missing Co Offaly Man Found 'Safe And Well'
A 39-year-old Co Offaly man, missing since Monday, has been found "safe and well". Gardaí have reported that Liam Murray, who had not been seen since Monday morning, has now been found. An appeal for information had been issued on Wednesday asking the public for help in tracing Mr Murray.
A 39-year-old Co Offaly man, missing since Monday, has been found "safe and well". Gardaí have reported that Liam Murray, who had not been seen since Monday morning, has now been found. An appeal for information had been issued on Wednesday asking the public for help in tracing Mr Murray.
Young People Urged To Consider Careers In Construction Industry
School leavers investigating career options have been urged to give "careful consideration" to college construction courses and construction-related apprenticeships.
School leavers investigating career options have been urged to give "careful consideration" to college construction courses and construction-related apprenticeships.
Controversy Grows Over Rail Strikes
Strike action by unions at Iarnród Éireann will damage the viability of the company, Minister for Transport Paschal Donohoe has said.
Strike action by unions at Iarnród Éireann will damage the viability of the company, Minister for Transport Paschal Donohoe has said.
Council To Install Hidden Cameras In Graffiti Crackdown
Security cameras are to be installed by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council to clamp down on graffiti. The council say that they have received 627 complaints and have removed around 10,000 square metres of graffiti in the last 12 months.
Security cameras are to be installed by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council to clamp down on graffiti. The council say that they have received 627 complaints and have removed around 10,000 square metres of graffiti in the last 12 months.
Man Arrested In Connection With Limerick Shooting
Gardaí in Limerick have arrested a man in connection with a double shooting on Wednesday afternoon. A man and a woman, both aged in their 30s, are being treated in hospital after being shot yesterday.
Gardaí in Limerick have arrested a man in connection with a double shooting on Wednesday afternoon. A man and a woman, both aged in their 30s, are being treated in hospital after being shot yesterday.
Man And Woman Rescued From Island After Boating Accident
Rescuers have found two people alive and recovered the body of a third off the coast of west Cork. It is understood that that two men and a woman left Schull harbour on a yacht on Wednesday afternoon but failed to return later that evening as expected.
Rescuers have found two people alive and recovered the body of a third off the coast of west Cork. It is understood that that two men and a woman left Schull harbour on a yacht on Wednesday afternoon but failed to return later that evening as expected.
New Distillery Construction Underway In Dublin
The construction of a new distillery in Dublin is underway. The new Teeling Whiskey Company distillery will be built in The Liberties, and will see some 100 jobs created during construction.
The construction of a new distillery in Dublin is underway. The new Teeling Whiskey Company distillery will be built in The Liberties, and will see some 100 jobs created during construction.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 14 2013, 4,748 days ago
Call For Govt To Protect Women From Further Budget Cuts
The National Women's Council of Ireland (NWCI) is calling on the government to protect women and children from further cuts in Budget 2014 and invest into crucial supports, such as childcare.
The National Women's Council of Ireland (NWCI) is calling on the government to protect women and children from further cuts in Budget 2014 and invest into crucial supports, such as childcare.
Irishman Wins Gold At The World Championships
Fianna Fáil Leader, Micheál Martin TD, has congratulated Ireland's newest world champion Rob Heffernan. Deputy Martin commented: "I wish my offer my heartiest congratulations to Rob Heffernan on winning the 50km walk at the World Championships in Moscow this morning.
Fianna Fáil Leader, Micheál Martin TD, has congratulated Ireland's newest world champion Rob Heffernan. Deputy Martin commented: "I wish my offer my heartiest congratulations to Rob Heffernan on winning the 50km walk at the World Championships in Moscow this morning.
FOI Legislation Has Severe Limits - FF
Minister Howlin's recently published Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation has severe limits according to Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform Seán Fleming TD.
Minister Howlin's recently published Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation has severe limits according to Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform Seán Fleming TD.
Suspicious Device Found In Co Donegal
Gardaí have sealed off an area in Buncrana, Co Donegal, where a suspicious device has been discovered outside a community centre. It was found on a wall beside the entrance to the centre at around 10am this morning (Wednesday).
Gardaí have sealed off an area in Buncrana, Co Donegal, where a suspicious device has been discovered outside a community centre. It was found on a wall beside the entrance to the centre at around 10am this morning (Wednesday).
Garda Commissioner Welcomes Dundon Conviction
The Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan has welcomed the Court result with the conviction of John Dundon for the murder of Shane Geoghegan. Commissioner Callinan said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Geoghegan family and we are aware of how difficult a day this is for them all.
The Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan has welcomed the Court result with the conviction of John Dundon for the murder of Shane Geoghegan. Commissioner Callinan said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Geoghegan family and we are aware of how difficult a day this is for them all.
Gardai Appeal To Trace Missing Seamus Higgins
Gardai in Ennis are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 22-year-old Seamus Higgins who has been missing since the 10th August 2013. Seamus was last seen in the area of the Dun na Hinse housing estate.
Gardai in Ennis are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 22-year-old Seamus Higgins who has been missing since the 10th August 2013. Seamus was last seen in the area of the Dun na Hinse housing estate.
Minister Congratulates Leaving Cert Students
The Minister for Training and Skills, Ciarán Cannon T.D., has sent his congratulations to the 4,357 Leaving Certificate students in Galway who are receiving their examination results today.
The Minister for Training and Skills, Ciarán Cannon T.D., has sent his congratulations to the 4,357 Leaving Certificate students in Galway who are receiving their examination results today.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 14 2012, 5,113 days ago
Fin Whale Stranded In Baltimore Harbour
A 12-metre (40ft) fin whale has gotten into difficulty in Baltimore harbour, and is stuck against the pier wall in west Cork. The creature came in to the harbour on a low tide and initially moved 300 to 400 metres offshore before coming back to the small port.
A 12-metre (40ft) fin whale has gotten into difficulty in Baltimore harbour, and is stuck against the pier wall in west Cork. The creature came in to the harbour on a low tide and initially moved 300 to 400 metres offshore before coming back to the small port.
Bodies Of Missing Fishermen Recovered
Local divers found the bodies of two missing fishermen near Spanish Point in Co Clare shortly before lunchtime. A search for the men had been underway since their fishing boat, the Lady Eileen, failed to return to port at Quilty yesterday afternoon.
Local divers found the bodies of two missing fishermen near Spanish Point in Co Clare shortly before lunchtime. A search for the men had been underway since their fishing boat, the Lady Eileen, failed to return to port at Quilty yesterday afternoon.
Body Recovered By RNLI Off Cork Coast
The body of a man in his 60s has been recovered from the sea early this morning off west Cork following a major search co-ordinated by the Irish Coast Guard. The body was recovered by Castletownbere lifeboat at around 1.30am off Cod's Head between Allihies and Eyries on the Beara Peninsula.
The body of a man in his 60s has been recovered from the sea early this morning off west Cork following a major search co-ordinated by the Irish Coast Guard. The body was recovered by Castletownbere lifeboat at around 1.30am off Cod's Head between Allihies and Eyries on the Beara Peninsula.
Lotto History Made By Matching Winning Tickets
Lotto history was made when two winning tickets with the same numbers were sold in shops just half a mile apart. The newsagents who sold the matching tickets believe the winners are likely to be from the same family.
Lotto history was made when two winning tickets with the same numbers were sold in shops just half a mile apart. The newsagents who sold the matching tickets believe the winners are likely to be from the same family.
Lorry Slips Off Pier Into Sea
A truck carrying materials for an island house owned by Daniel O’Donnell’s wife Majella slipped off a pier into the sea yesterday. It slid into the water off Owey Island pier, Co Donegal, when carrying tiles and other materials for the house.
A truck carrying materials for an island house owned by Daniel O’Donnell’s wife Majella slipped off a pier into the sea yesterday. It slid into the water off Owey Island pier, Co Donegal, when carrying tiles and other materials for the house.
GAA Umpire Suspended For 26-Weeks Over Racist Abuse
A Gaelic football umpire has been suspended for 26-weeks in the second racist abuse scandal in Wexford GAA in recent weeks. 73-year-old umpire Alex Ryan, who has officiated at games for 38 years, allegedly racially abused St Joseph's Club player Eddie Lawlor.
A Gaelic football umpire has been suspended for 26-weeks in the second racist abuse scandal in Wexford GAA in recent weeks. 73-year-old umpire Alex Ryan, who has officiated at games for 38 years, allegedly racially abused St Joseph's Club player Eddie Lawlor.
Warning Issued To Avoid Wild Shellfish
People have been warned to not eat wild shellfish collected in the west and southwest after a number of people got food poisoning in recent weeks.
People have been warned to not eat wild shellfish collected in the west and southwest after a number of people got food poisoning in recent weeks.
335 New Homecare Jobs To Be Created
Homecare provider, Bluebird Care, have announced that it is to create 335 new jobs across the country. New positions for care assistants and support staff will created over the next six months, the homecare provider said.
Homecare provider, Bluebird Care, have announced that it is to create 335 new jobs across the country. New positions for care assistants and support staff will created over the next six months, the homecare provider said.
Barnados Close For A Week To Help Save Costs
In an effort to save money, children’s charity Barnardos has closed it offices and services for a week. The charity took the move because of repeated cuts to its budget over the past number of years, which have resulted in a reduction of its statutory income.
In an effort to save money, children’s charity Barnardos has closed it offices and services for a week. The charity took the move because of repeated cuts to its budget over the past number of years, which have resulted in a reduction of its statutory income.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 14 2009, 6,209 days ago
Car Crash Fireball Horror Probed
Two young men have died while trapped in a blazing car in Co Kerry. The horrific incident occurred when the car in which they were travelling struck a pier before exploding on the Dunrine Road.
Two young men have died while trapped in a blazing car in Co Kerry. The horrific incident occurred when the car in which they were travelling struck a pier before exploding on the Dunrine Road.
Tests May Show Park Body Is Romanian
DNA tests are to be carried out after lines of inquiry have suggested the woman found stabbed to death in the Phoenix Park last week was a Romanian national.
DNA tests are to be carried out after lines of inquiry have suggested the woman found stabbed to death in the Phoenix Park last week was a Romanian national.
AIB Shares Soar After Canadian Bank Offer
Shares in Allied Irish Bank have shot up this morning after it emerged a Canadian Bank has offered to take a stake in the troubled institution. AIB was Ireland's second-biggest lender by market value, and its near collapse and litany of controversies almost crushed Ireland's economy completely.
Shares in Allied Irish Bank have shot up this morning after it emerged a Canadian Bank has offered to take a stake in the troubled institution. AIB was Ireland's second-biggest lender by market value, and its near collapse and litany of controversies almost crushed Ireland's economy completely.
Women's Boxing To Go Olympic
Fine Gael has welcomed news that boxing will now be included as an Olympic sport. The party's Arts, Sports & Tourism Spokesperson, Olivia Mitchell, said the decision could lead to more medals for the state, considering that 12 of Ireland’s 23 Olympic medals are in boxing.
Fine Gael has welcomed news that boxing will now be included as an Olympic sport. The party's Arts, Sports & Tourism Spokesperson, Olivia Mitchell, said the decision could lead to more medals for the state, considering that 12 of Ireland’s 23 Olympic medals are in boxing.
Baggage Handler Arrested In Connection With Thefts
A man has been arrested in connection with alleged multiple robberies over a period of years from passenger baggage at Dublin Airport. Gardaí said that a Servisair employee in his 20s was arrested and questioned a number of weeks ago about allegations of theft from baggage at Dublin Airport.
A man has been arrested in connection with alleged multiple robberies over a period of years from passenger baggage at Dublin Airport. Gardaí said that a Servisair employee in his 20s was arrested and questioned a number of weeks ago about allegations of theft from baggage at Dublin Airport.
North's Tall Ships Hailed A Success
Day one of the Belfast Maritime Festival has been a huge success. The first evening celebrations finished off last night with a spectacular fireworks display over the Lagan.
Day one of the Belfast Maritime Festival has been a huge success. The first evening celebrations finished off last night with a spectacular fireworks display over the Lagan.
Range Of Drugs Seized During Arrest
A man has been arrested and a range of drugs seized during an operation in Dublin. During the course of the search, 2.5 kilo's of cocaine, 1 kilo of heroin and 14 ounces of crack cocaine were seized.
A man has been arrested and a range of drugs seized during an operation in Dublin. During the course of the search, 2.5 kilo's of cocaine, 1 kilo of heroin and 14 ounces of crack cocaine were seized.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 14 2008, 6,574 days ago
The Return Of Hat Club!
On Friday August 29th, the UK’s premiere hat party Hat-Club heads back to Belfast, to deliver another night of filthy house music and hat-clad mayhem.
On Friday August 29th, the UK’s premiere hat party Hat-Club heads back to Belfast, to deliver another night of filthy house music and hat-clad mayhem.
Intelligence Leads To Drug Seizure
Gardaí have detained four men following an intelligence operation in Co Dublin. Gardaí from the Organised Crime Unit, the National Drug Unit , National Bureau of Criminal Investigation and local units stopped four cars on the Kennelsfort Road, Palmerstown shortly after 9.00pm on Wednesday night.
Gardaí have detained four men following an intelligence operation in Co Dublin. Gardaí from the Organised Crime Unit, the National Drug Unit , National Bureau of Criminal Investigation and local units stopped four cars on the Kennelsfort Road, Palmerstown shortly after 9.00pm on Wednesday night.
Bicycle Courier Bandit Strikes Jewellers
Gardaí are searching for a robber - a male - who, posing as a bicycle courier, smashed the front window of a Dublin jewellers and pedaled away to make his escape on two wheels. Breaking the jeweller's display window with a hammer, he then grabbed a quantity of jewellery and ran to his bicycle.
Gardaí are searching for a robber - a male - who, posing as a bicycle courier, smashed the front window of a Dublin jewellers and pedaled away to make his escape on two wheels. Breaking the jeweller's display window with a hammer, he then grabbed a quantity of jewellery and ran to his bicycle.
Rescue Operation Launched After Landslides In Roscommon
A major rescue attempt was launched in Co Roscommon on Tuesday night, after a series of landslides cut off all access to an elderly man living in the Arigna area. The recent torrential rains led to huge mudslides in the area, which blocked all road access to the 80 year-old man's house.
A major rescue attempt was launched in Co Roscommon on Tuesday night, after a series of landslides cut off all access to an elderly man living in the Arigna area. The recent torrential rains led to huge mudslides in the area, which blocked all road access to the 80 year-old man's house.
Armed Robbers Hit Cash Truck In Co Dublin
Gardai are investigating the robbery of a cash in transit security van at Killiney Shopping Centre at Dun Laoghaire shortly before 10.00am on Thursday morning. Three males armed with a hand gun threatened security staff who were making a scheduled delivery.
Gardai are investigating the robbery of a cash in transit security van at Killiney Shopping Centre at Dun Laoghaire shortly before 10.00am on Thursday morning. Three males armed with a hand gun threatened security staff who were making a scheduled delivery.
Education Minister Agrees To Listen To Bishop
The Minister for Education has "agreed to listen" to an outspoken Bishop on the role of the church in the Irish education system.
The Minister for Education has "agreed to listen" to an outspoken Bishop on the role of the church in the Irish education system.
Man In Jail For Having No Identity
A Carlow district judge has jailed a man who failed to provide any proof of his identity or place of residence. Judge David Anderson put the legally nameless man in custody at a special sitting of Carlow District Court this week.
A Carlow district judge has jailed a man who failed to provide any proof of his identity or place of residence. Judge David Anderson put the legally nameless man in custody at a special sitting of Carlow District Court this week.
Ryan Air Denies Stansted Bid
Outgoing Ryanair boss, Michael O'Leary, has dismissed reports that the low fares carrier has plans to buy London's Stansted airport.
Outgoing Ryanair boss, Michael O'Leary, has dismissed reports that the low fares carrier has plans to buy London's Stansted airport.
Charles Has Come A Cropper Over GM Says TD
The Fine Gael Agriculture spokesperson, has criticised Prince Charles' recent comments that the development of GM Food would be the "biggest environmental disaster of all time.
The Fine Gael Agriculture spokesperson, has criticised Prince Charles' recent comments that the development of GM Food would be the "biggest environmental disaster of all time.
Racial Discrimination Cases Double
The number of cases of racial discrimination in the workplace has increased by 100% in a single year, according to the Equality Tribunal. The amount of cases referred to the Tribunal reached 307 last year - over double that of the previous year.
The number of cases of racial discrimination in the workplace has increased by 100% in a single year, according to the Equality Tribunal. The amount of cases referred to the Tribunal reached 307 last year - over double that of the previous year.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 14 2007, 6,940 days ago
Seven People Rescued From Dublin Fire
Seven people have been rescued from a fire at an apartment block in Dublin city centre this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 4.45am this morning and rescued the people from upstairs windows at the apartments above the Zagloba Bar on Parnell Street.
Seven people have been rescued from a fire at an apartment block in Dublin city centre this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 4.45am this morning and rescued the people from upstairs windows at the apartments above the Zagloba Bar on Parnell Street.
Man Held In Connection With Lanzarote Death
Police in Lanzarote investigating the death of Dereck Cumiskey have arrested a local man in connection with incident. The 18-year-old from Dublin died during an attack on August 1 at the Canary Islands resort of Puerto del Carmen.
Police in Lanzarote investigating the death of Dereck Cumiskey have arrested a local man in connection with incident. The 18-year-old from Dublin died during an attack on August 1 at the Canary Islands resort of Puerto del Carmen.
Gardai Seek Help Over Missing Dublin Girl
Gardai are seeking assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a 14-year-old girl from Dublin. Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of Dianne Travers should contact Whitehall Garda Station, telephone 01 6664500 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666111.
Gardai are seeking assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a 14-year-old girl from Dublin. Anybody with information regarding the whereabouts of Dianne Travers should contact Whitehall Garda Station, telephone 01 6664500 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666111.
Prison Officers 'Do Not Feel Safe' In Work
Around two-thirds of prison officers do not feel safe at work, a survey commissioned by the Prison Officers Association has revealed. The survey, conducted by researchers from the University of Limerick, questioned 330 prison officers.
Around two-thirds of prison officers do not feel safe at work, a survey commissioned by the Prison Officers Association has revealed. The survey, conducted by researchers from the University of Limerick, questioned 330 prison officers.
Two Arrested Over Dublin Drugs Find
Gardai in Dublin last night seized cannabis resin with a street value of 250,000 euro. The drugs were found on Kylemore Road in Ballyfermot, Dublin at around 7.30pm last night. The raid was part of a Gardai operation called ‘Operation Anvil’ and two men were arrested at the scene.
Gardai in Dublin last night seized cannabis resin with a street value of 250,000 euro. The drugs were found on Kylemore Road in Ballyfermot, Dublin at around 7.30pm last night. The raid was part of a Gardai operation called ‘Operation Anvil’ and two men were arrested at the scene.
Replica Viking Longship Due To Arrive In Dublin
A replica Viking longship is due to arrive in Dublin on Tuesday, following a two-month journey from Denmark. The Sea Stallion is a replica of a Viking longship, which was built in the Irish capital in 1042.
A replica Viking longship is due to arrive in Dublin on Tuesday, following a two-month journey from Denmark. The Sea Stallion is a replica of a Viking longship, which was built in the Irish capital in 1042.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Heavy and thundery showers in the east soon clearing. The rest of the day will be mainly dry and bright with scattered showers. Feeling cooler than Thursday. Maximum temperature 19 °C.Tonight:Bright spells and scattered showers in the evening. Mostly dry overnight with clear spells but the odd shower will affect the north and west. Minimum temperature 8 °C.