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Irish News on Thu, Dec 12 2019, 2,192 days ago

Fianna Fáil Expressed 'Alarm And Anger' Over Report On Gang Activity
Fianna Fáil have expressed their "alarm and anger" at a new report into drug dealing and organised crime in Dublin's south inner city The report, entitled 'Building Community Resilience' has found that children as young as 12 are being used by gangs in the south inner city.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 12 2018, 2,557 days ago

Housing Minister Questioned Over Failure Of Social Housing Delivery
The Minister for Housing Eoghan Murphy has been called on to explain why less than half of the social housing promised for 2018 has been delivered by the end of the 3rd quarter of 2018.
All Non-Essential Surgery Cancelled At Mayo University Hospital
All non-essential surgery at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar, has been cancelled due to overcrowding issues. People have been asked not to attend the hospital's Emergency Department and to first consult their GP in an effort to ease an ongoing issue at the hospital.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 12 2017, 2,922 days ago

150 New Jobs To Be Created By US Tech Firm In Dublin
Up to 150 new jobs are to be created in Dublin at the new European headquarters of enterprise technology learning company, Pluralsight.
Govt Urged To End Its Support Of Horse And Greyhound Racing Industry
The government has been urged to end its support of the horse and greyhound racing industry until "sufficient reform is implemented". Making the call, Sinn Fein spokesperson on Agriculture, Food and Marine expressed concern at the amount of public money being given to the industry.
Just 58% Of Drink Driving Cases Result In Conviction
An RTÉ Investigates programme has revealed that just 58% of drink driving cases resulted in a conviction, while many other cases are not followed up. Labour Justice spokesperson, Sean Sherlock, has described the figures as "disappointing".

Irish News on Mon, Dec 12 2016, 3,287 days ago

SF Calls On Housing Minister To Commit To Housing Reforms
Sinn Féin housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin TD, has said that Minister for Housing Simon Coveney has a "unique opportunity to bring forward ambitious reforms". Deputy Ó Broin made the comment ahead of the launch of the government's strategy for the private rented sector.
Large-Scale Fuel Laundering Operation Uncovered
A large-scale fuel laundering operation has been uncovered in Counties Monaghan and Cavan, in a joint operation by Revenue Enforcement Officers and Garda Regional Support Unit.

Irish News on Fri, Dec 12 2014, 4,018 days ago

Gardaí Seize Cannabis In Dublin
Gardaí in Dublin have seized cannabis herb worth an estimated €100,000 and arrested two people. Garda said that a planned raid was carried out on premises in Coolmine, Dublin 15, on Thursday. A 24-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman were arrested at the scene.
Teachers Announce Day Of Strike Action For January
Teachers will hold another one day of strike action on Thursday 22 January in an ongoing protest over Junior Cycle reforms.
Over 90 Jobs Announced For Co Cork Maritime Sector
American wave technology firm, Resolute Marine Energy, has announced it is to establish a new European headquarters in Cork, creating 80 new jobs.
FF Announce First General Election Candidate
Fianna Fáil TD and Spokesperson on Justice, Niall Collins, has been selected as the party's first General Election Candidate. Deputy Collins was chosen at a meeting of the selection convention held at the Dunraven Arms Hotel in Adare, Co Limerick.
Investigation Launched After Man's Body Recovered From Sea
An investigation has been launched into the discovery of a man's body in the sea at Dinish Pier, Castletownbere, Co Cork. Emergency services were called to the pier after a body was found in the water between two tied up trawlers at about 14:00 on Thursday.
First Emergency Homeless Shelter To Open In Dublin
Dublin City Council has announced that a number of the promised emergency beds for homeless people will be made available earlier than expected. Two hundred and sixty emergency beds to help tackle emergency and short-term homelessness were promised for Dublin as part of a government funded scheme.
Man's Body Found In Co Meath
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body at a house in Co Meath. Gardaí aid that the body of a man in his 30s was found on Thursday at a house in Mooretown, Ratoath. It is understood the man had suffered head injuries.
Luas Operator Accused Of 'Discrimination'
Operators of the Luas service have been accused of discrimination following the news they will not extend the same late-night service to the Red Line as being offered by the Green Line.
Application Submitted For Largest Docklands Developement To Date
An application for a proposed €450m development on Dublin's Docklands has been submitted to Dublin City Council. The Reveal Developments proposal includes office space for over 2,000 workers and more than 150 residential apartments.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 12 2013, 4,383 days ago

CSO Project Rise In Greater Dublin Area Population
Population projections produced by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show that the number of people in the Greater Dublin area could increase by more than 400,000 in the next 20 years.
Stolen Tanker Driven Into Former Quinn Group HQ
A stolen oil tanker has been driven into the gates at the former headquarters of the Quinn Group in Derrylin, Co Fermanagh. The incident happened at around 11pm on Wednesday, causing damage to the site. There are no reports of any injuries.
Concerns Raised Over Crane Manufacturer Review
Crane manufacturer Liebherr has announced its intention to review its operations in Killarney, Co Kerry, raising concerns for the 670 people employed at the site. It is understood that the decision follows a Labour Court ruling that Liebherr should give its staff a disputed pay increase.
New Ferry Route To France And Spain Announced
A new ferry service between Ireland and western France and Ireland and northern Spain has been announced. The LD Ferries Services will run between Rosslare in Co Wexford and St Nazaire on the west coast of France and Gijón in northern Spain.
Figures Show 6.4% Increase In Dublin Rents
A 6.4% rise in rents in Dublin has been recorded in the past year, figures from the Economic and Social Research Institute and the Private Residential Tenancies Board have revealed. The findings are based on actual rents paid and not those asked for by landlords.
Missing Teenager Found Safe And Well
Gardaí have confirmed that missing teenager Leon Quirke has been found safe and well. The 17-year-old had been missing for two weeks. He was last seen in the Fairview area of Dublin at around 12:30am on November 27.
M&S Strike Action Deferred For Emergency Meeting
A one-day strike by staff at Marks & Spencer has been deferred following an intervention by the Labour Court. The strike was due to be held on Friday. It is understood that the strike action has been deferred to allow an emergency hearing to take place at the Labour Court tomorrow.
First Garda Recruitment In Five Years To Start
The first Garda recruitment in five years is to begin tomorrow (Friday 13 December), Minister for Justice Alan Shatter has confirmed. The first batch of new recruits will subsequently begin their training in July 2014.
New Data Research Centre To Create 300 Jobs
Some 300 jobs are to be created over the next six years at a new analytics research centre. The facility will bring together the resources of four universities - Dublin City University, NUI Galway, University College Cork and University College Dublin.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 12 2012, 4,748 days ago

Gardai Launch Investigation After A Man Is Falsely Imprisoned
Gardai in Dublin have launched an investigation after the false imprisonment of a man and a robbery last night. The man, who is a store manager, was stopped by a number of men, one armed with a gun, as he made his way home in Lucan. He was taken to his workplace where cash was taken.
Michael Barry Acquitted In Toyosi Murder Case
A judge has directed the acquittal that Dublin man, Michael Barry, is to be acquitted of a murder charge of Toyosi Shittabey in April 2010. 15 year old Toyosi was stabbed on Good Friday following an argument between a group of friends and the Barry brothers.
Unions Propose To Hold Protests Over Austerity And Debt
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) is to propose holding a series of major national demonstrations on February 9, 2013 in protest at the austerity programme imposed on Ireland by the European authorities and the failure to honour promises made on the alleviation of the country's debt burden.
HSE Appeals To The Public To Prevent Spreading Of Vomiting Bug
The HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) has today asked members of the public to respect hospital visit restrictions and to follow hand hygiene directions when visiting patients following a recent increase in winter vomiting bug cases.
Call For National Alcohol Strategy To Be Brought To Cabinet
Labour T.D. for Waterford and Vice Chair of the Health Committee , Ciara Conway is calling for the National Alcohol Strategy to be brought to cabinet so that the measures can be rolled out as soon as possible.
IMC Finds 'Exceptionally High' Levels Of Gold In Wexford
The IMC Exploration Group says it has discovered "exceptionally high" levels of gold, which could be worth tens of millions of euro, in north County Wexford. According to the expolration firm the amount of gold found could lead to a gold mine being opened in the area in future years.
Gardai Appeal For Information Following Body Find In Ballymun
The body of a man discovered at an apartment in Ballymun on the 5th of December 2012 has been identified as 31-year-old Mr Kamal El Habsati a Dutch Citizen of Moroccan descent.
eReading Firm To Create Over 30 Jobs
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, today announced that Kobo, a global leader in eReading, is to establish a software development centre in Dublin with the expected creation of over 30 highly skilled jobs.
Pedestrian Killed In Road Traffic Crash
Gardai are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision which occurred on Crawford Ave Dublin 9 yesterday. The collision occurred at approximately 6.35pm between a car and a pedestrian on Crawford Ave with the junction on Iona Rd.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 12 2011, 5,114 days ago

Man Shot Dead In Dundalk
An investigation into the shooting dead of a man in Dundalk over the weekend has been launched. Gardaí in the area said they are investigating the shooting incident that took place in the early hours of this morning, Sunday.
Search For Man Who Stole Garda Car
A hunt has been launched for a man that stole a Garda vehicle before driving it over the border and alighting in South Armagh. Gardaí said they are searching for the man who was stopped by two gardaí driving near Lusk, Co Dublin, at around 9.30pm on Sunday night.
Knitwear Company Stitches Together 150 Jobs
A craft and knitwear company will increase its workforce by 150 in Mayo, according to reports on Monday. Carraig Donn Ltd in Westport said it has been able to expand its operations due to the growth of its export markets and the development of its online retail sales.
Leap Card Live As Gov Slammed On Fares
The Leap Card, promising cheaper travel, has gone on sale to commuters in the greater Dublin area as the Government faces criticism over last week's fares increase.
U2 Launch Music Training For Ireland's Children
Irish rock band U2 have launched a programme to support music training access for children and young people in Ireland. The programme, called Music Generation, is being funded by U2 and the Ireland Funds and aims to help children and young people to access performance music education.
'Viable Bomb' Disabled Along Irish Border
The border area of south Armagh was the focus at the weekend with a bomb found in Keady. Several homes were evacuated in the village of Keady following a telephoned bomb warning on Sunday night and British Army bomb experts were called.

Irish News on Fri, Dec 12 2008, 6,209 days ago

Pork Crisis 'Reassured' Foreign Trade
As a top butchers' group moved to reassure consumers on the safety of Irish pork, the Minister for Agriculture has pointed to the ironic conclusion of this week's food safety crisis that rather than harming Irish food's image abroad, it has been enhanced.
Equality Boss Resigns Over Funding 'Victimisation'
Ireland's Equality Authority Chief Executive Niall Crowley has resigned, alleging the authority had been 'officially victimised' for helping to tackle discrimination, particularly in the public sector.
Galway Accident Fatal
There's been another fatal accident this morning. A man has died and a woman injured in a collision in Galway city's Sean Mulvoy Road. This is one of the main link roads on the north side of the city, and the crash happened shortly before 9am.
Inquiry Into Tragic Mum's Death Opens
As the inquest into the death of a new mother in hospital gets underway today, another family is coming to terms with the official settlement of damages after their baby girl died on birth in a different hospital.
Fermanagh Floodgates Replaced, Thanks To ESB
Cash from the Republic of Ireland's Electricity Supply Board (ESB) - which generates hydro-electric power from Lough Erne after it leaves Northern Ireland at Belleek - has been used to provide a overdue update on flood protection in Co Fermanagh.
Gun Recovered In Dublin Shooting Probe
As part of the continuing Gardaí investigation into the fatal shooting of Aidan O'Kane, searches were carried out at houses in the north inner city area of Dublin yesterday. According to officers, during the course of these searches a handgun and quantity of ammunition were recovered.
M4 Multi-Vehicle Crash Warning
While motorists are today being warned of delays on the M4 at Leixlip East in Co Kildare after a crash, the police continue to probe a fatal accident yesterday. This morning's accident has caused a multi-vehicle crash on the Dublin-bound lane of the main motorway.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 12 2007, 6,575 days ago

Thirty Premises Raided In Dublin
Gardaí and customs officers have carried out raids on 30 premises, including homes, car sales showrooms, accountants and solicitors offices, as part of an investigation into the motor trade.
Man Arrested Over Limerick Hotel Death
Gardaí investigating the death of a woman whose body was found in a hotel room in Limerick at the weekend have arrested a 23-year-old man. The body of 33-year-old Sylvia Roche Kelly from Sixmilebridge in Co.
Three Released Over Dublin Garda Shooting
Three people arrested in connection with the shooting of a garda in Dublin in September have been released without charge. Paul Sherlock was shot and injured on September 25 after he stopped a stolen car on Ossary Road in North Strand.
Cabinet Defers Controversial Pay Awards
After weeks of controversy, Government Ministers have made the surprise move to defer their recently recommended pay rises for one year. After robustly defending their pay awards against many critics, the shock decision to put off payment was agreed at Tuesday morning's meeting of the Cabinet.
Minister Announces Mushroom Industry Agreement
Irish Minister for Labour Affairs, Billy Kelleher, has announced the registration of a new employment agreement within the mushroom industry.
Delays Reported Following Cork Crash
There were major traffic delays in Cork, following a road crash this morning, which involved seven vehicles.
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