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Irish News on Thu, Jun 6 2019, 2,557 days ago
Aviva To Cut 1,800 Roles
Insurer Aviva has announced it intends to cut 1,800 job roles over the next three years as it works to reduce expenses. The role reductions are out of a workforce of around 30,000 and the company said it hopes to keep redundancies to a minimum.
Insurer Aviva has announced it intends to cut 1,800 job roles over the next three years as it works to reduce expenses. The role reductions are out of a workforce of around 30,000 and the company said it hopes to keep redundancies to a minimum.
FAI Emails Affected In External Hack
The Football Association of Ireland's Abbotstown headquarters were the target of an external hack last weekend, affecting the organisation's email services. Reassurance has been issued to customers that no breach of payment details took place during the hack. This data is instead stored off site.
The Football Association of Ireland's Abbotstown headquarters were the target of an external hack last weekend, affecting the organisation's email services. Reassurance has been issued to customers that no breach of payment details took place during the hack. This data is instead stored off site.
Unemployment Hits New Low
The Central Statistics Office has said the monthly unemployment rate for May 2019 was 4.4%, the lowest recorded rate since 2005. The figure is down from 4.6% in April 2019 and 5.9% in May 2018, with the number of people declared as unemployed now standing at 108,200.
The Central Statistics Office has said the monthly unemployment rate for May 2019 was 4.4%, the lowest recorded rate since 2005. The figure is down from 4.6% in April 2019 and 5.9% in May 2018, with the number of people declared as unemployed now standing at 108,200.
Nationwide Geological Survey Moves Forward
A nationwide survey which collects geochemical and geophysical data on rocks, soil and water across Ireland has moved to the south east.
A nationwide survey which collects geochemical and geophysical data on rocks, soil and water across Ireland has moved to the south east.
Two Gardaí Officers Secure International Honour
Two Gardaí officers have been honoured by Spanish police for their work helping tackle organised crime in Spain.
Two Gardaí officers have been honoured by Spanish police for their work helping tackle organised crime in Spain.
Revenue Seize Drugs & Puppy
Revenue officers have seized over €140,000 of cannabis in two separate operations this week, and a puppy during another search at Dublin Port. 1.
Revenue officers have seized over €140,000 of cannabis in two separate operations this week, and a puppy during another search at Dublin Port. 1.
€1.25m Online Retail Fund Enters Second Phase
The second phase of the Enterprise Ireland €1.25 million fund for online retailers has been announced, with applications set to open on Wednesday 19 June.
The second phase of the Enterprise Ireland €1.25 million fund for online retailers has been announced, with applications set to open on Wednesday 19 June.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 6 2018, 2,922 days ago
Govt Will Not Consider Means Testing Child Benefit
The government is not considering means testing Child Benefit, the Employment Affairs and Social Protection Minister, Regina Doherty, has confirmed. Minister Doherty said: "I do not intend introducing a means-test for Child Benefit.
The government is not considering means testing Child Benefit, the Employment Affairs and Social Protection Minister, Regina Doherty, has confirmed. Minister Doherty said: "I do not intend introducing a means-test for Child Benefit.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 6 2017, 3,287 days ago
Tobacco Worth More Than €1m Seized At Rosslare Europort
Revenue Officers have seized tobacco with an estimated value of more than €1 million at Rosslare Europort, Co Wexford. More than two tonnes of tobacco was uncovered when revenue officers stopped and searched a Polish-registered truck that was arriving from Cherbourg in France.
Revenue Officers have seized tobacco with an estimated value of more than €1 million at Rosslare Europort, Co Wexford. More than two tonnes of tobacco was uncovered when revenue officers stopped and searched a Polish-registered truck that was arriving from Cherbourg in France.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 6 2016, 3,652 days ago
Man Dies In Limerick Collision
A man has died in a crash in Co Limerick. The car veered off the road and hit a ditch at Dromsallagh at around 4.15am on Sunday, 05 June. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. A second man is currently being treated for his injuries at the University Hospital Limerick.
A man has died in a crash in Co Limerick. The car veered off the road and hit a ditch at Dromsallagh at around 4.15am on Sunday, 05 June. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. A second man is currently being treated for his injuries at the University Hospital Limerick.
Missing Man John Shanley Found Safe And Well
A man who went missing from St James' Hospital in Dublin has been found safe and well. John Shanley, 44, was last seen on Saturday morning, 04 June. Gardai launched a public appeal to help locate Mr Shanley. However, he has now been found, according to gardai.
A man who went missing from St James' Hospital in Dublin has been found safe and well. John Shanley, 44, was last seen on Saturday morning, 04 June. Gardai launched a public appeal to help locate Mr Shanley. However, he has now been found, according to gardai.
Met Eireann Issues Orange Weather Warning
Met Eireann has issued an orange weather warning for heavy rainfall this afternoon, 06 June. Thundery conditions are expected in some parts of Ireland and flooding may occur. The showers are expected to continue to break out through the rest of the day, most like across Leinster and the Northwest.
Met Eireann has issued an orange weather warning for heavy rainfall this afternoon, 06 June. Thundery conditions are expected in some parts of Ireland and flooding may occur. The showers are expected to continue to break out through the rest of the day, most like across Leinster and the Northwest.
Man Dies In Paragliding Accident In Co Meath
A 45-year-old man has died in a paragliding accident on Co Meath. The incident happened shortly after 6pm on Saturday, 04 June. It is believed the paraglider he was using crashed into the sea near the Gormanston army camp. An investigation has been launched by the Air Accident Investigation Unit.
A 45-year-old man has died in a paragliding accident on Co Meath. The incident happened shortly after 6pm on Saturday, 04 June. It is believed the paraglider he was using crashed into the sea near the Gormanston army camp. An investigation has been launched by the Air Accident Investigation Unit.
Pair Arrested In Connection With Fatal Shooting In Dublin
A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Dublin. The pair, both aged in their 20s, are being detained at Tallaght and Rathfarnham Garda Stations.
A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Dublin. The pair, both aged in their 20s, are being detained at Tallaght and Rathfarnham Garda Stations.
Man Dies In Tipperary Collision
A man, aged in his 70s, has died in a collision in Tipperary. He was killed after the car he was driving collided with another car in Borrisokane on Sunday, 05 June, at around 5.15pm.
A man, aged in his 70s, has died in a collision in Tipperary. He was killed after the car he was driving collided with another car in Borrisokane on Sunday, 05 June, at around 5.15pm.
Man Dies Following Fatal Stabbing Incident In Dublin
A man has died following a fatal stabbing in Dublin. The incident happened at St Joseph's Park in Finglas in the early hours of this morning, 06 June. The 33-year-old victim died at the scene. An 18-year-old man has been arrested and is being detained at Finglas Garda Station.
A man has died following a fatal stabbing in Dublin. The incident happened at St Joseph's Park in Finglas in the early hours of this morning, 06 June. The 33-year-old victim died at the scene. An 18-year-old man has been arrested and is being detained at Finglas Garda Station.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 6 2014, 4,383 days ago
HIQA Report On Limerick Hospital 'Appalling' - FF
A Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) report on the University Hospital Limerick, which it says is ‘not fit for purpose’ has been described as "appalling".
A Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) report on the University Hospital Limerick, which it says is ‘not fit for purpose’ has been described as "appalling".
Regulation Needed For Online Lottery - FG
Operators of the National Lottery have been invited to appear before the Joint Committee on Finance and the Public Service ahead of the roll-out of the Lotto online.
Operators of the National Lottery have been invited to appear before the Joint Committee on Finance and the Public Service ahead of the roll-out of the Lotto online.
Govt Urged To End Political Appointments To Judiciary
The government has been urged to make sure it is the last to make political appointments to the judiciary. Sinn Féin Justice Spokesperson Pádraig Mac Lochlainn made the appeal today as the second stage of his Reform of Judicial Appointments Procedures Bill 2013 was debated in the Dáil.
The government has been urged to make sure it is the last to make political appointments to the judiciary. Sinn Féin Justice Spokesperson Pádraig Mac Lochlainn made the appeal today as the second stage of his Reform of Judicial Appointments Procedures Bill 2013 was debated in the Dáil.
Two Die In Motorcycle Collision In Co Clare
Two people have died in a collision between two motorcycles in Co Clare. According to Gardaí, a group of three motorcycles, each carrying two people, were travelling in one direction on N67 Ennistymon Road at about 18:45 on Thursday.
Two people have died in a collision between two motorcycles in Co Clare. According to Gardaí, a group of three motorcycles, each carrying two people, were travelling in one direction on N67 Ennistymon Road at about 18:45 on Thursday.
National Gallery Attendants Stage One-Day Strike
SIPTU members at the National Gallery held a one-day strike on Thursday in a dispute over plans to reduce annual leave by seven days.
SIPTU members at the National Gallery held a one-day strike on Thursday in a dispute over plans to reduce annual leave by seven days.
Yelp To Create 100 Jobs With New European HQ
Online business directory and consumer review site Yelp is to create 100 jobs in Dublin. The business, founded in San Francisco in 2004, is to establish its European headquarters in Dublin, a move described as a "landmark moment" in the company's history.
Online business directory and consumer review site Yelp is to create 100 jobs in Dublin. The business, founded in San Francisco in 2004, is to establish its European headquarters in Dublin, a move described as a "landmark moment" in the company's history.
'Shocking' Rise In Long Term Unemployed - FF
A rise of more than 5,100 people out of work for more than a year has been described as "shocking" by Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs, Dara Calleary, who has called for an urgent statement from the Government on the matter.
A rise of more than 5,100 people out of work for more than a year has been described as "shocking" by Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs, Dara Calleary, who has called for an urgent statement from the Government on the matter.
HSE To Appoint Expert Group To Medical Cards Issue
The Health Service Executive has announced that an expert panel is to be appointed to examine how medical need should be taken into account when discretionary medical cards are being granted.
The Health Service Executive has announced that an expert panel is to be appointed to examine how medical need should be taken into account when discretionary medical cards are being granted.
Sinn Féin Calls For Clarification On 'Confusing' HGV Levy
The Department of the Environment in the north has been urged to end the confusion over a controversial tax on hauliers crossing the border. The British Government introduced the Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Levy on 01 April, which sees hauliers crossing borders into the UK required to pay a tax.
The Department of the Environment in the north has been urged to end the confusion over a controversial tax on hauliers crossing the border. The British Government introduced the Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Levy on 01 April, which sees hauliers crossing borders into the UK required to pay a tax.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 6 2013, 4,748 days ago
Staff Transfer Disagreements Delay New Child Protection Agency
A row over the transfer of psychologists has caused a further delay in the establishment of a new single child welfare and protection agency, the Irish Times has reported.
A row over the transfer of psychologists has caused a further delay in the establishment of a new single child welfare and protection agency, the Irish Times has reported.
Government Expected To Back Seanad Referendum
All politicians have been warned that they are expected to vote in favour of the referendum to abolish the Seanad.
All politicians have been warned that they are expected to vote in favour of the referendum to abolish the Seanad.
Provisional Trial Date Set For Hyde Park Bombing Accused
The trial date for 61-year-old John Downey, accused of the 1982 IRA Hyde Park bombing which killed four British soldiers, has provisionally been set for November 18. Downey, of Co Donegal, was arrested at Gatwick Airport in April.
The trial date for 61-year-old John Downey, accused of the 1982 IRA Hyde Park bombing which killed four British soldiers, has provisionally been set for November 18. Downey, of Co Donegal, was arrested at Gatwick Airport in April.
ICI Raise Concerns Over Increase In Racist Incidents
The Immigrant Council of Ireland (ICI) has raised concerns over the increase in racist graffiti and posters appearing in Dublin. The ICI raised the issue after the graffiti attack on the building site of the proposed headquarters of the Anglo Irish Bank.
The Immigrant Council of Ireland (ICI) has raised concerns over the increase in racist graffiti and posters appearing in Dublin. The ICI raised the issue after the graffiti attack on the building site of the proposed headquarters of the Anglo Irish Bank.
Founder Of Provisional IRA Ruairi O Bradaigh Dies Aged 80
Ruairi O Bradaigh, one of the founders of the Provisional IRA and former leader of Republican Sinn Fein, has died aged 80. O Bradaigh, who helped establish the Provisional IRA in 1970, was a vocal opponent of the Good Friday agreement.
Ruairi O Bradaigh, one of the founders of the Provisional IRA and former leader of Republican Sinn Fein, has died aged 80. O Bradaigh, who helped establish the Provisional IRA in 1970, was a vocal opponent of the Good Friday agreement.
Furniture Store Closes 20 Stores Across Ireland
Furniture store, Cost Plus Sofa, have closed all 20 of its stores across Ireland, leaving some 100 staff without work. The retail chain had previously said it was hoping to restructure its business but has blamed the economic downturn and a fall in sales for the closures.
Furniture store, Cost Plus Sofa, have closed all 20 of its stores across Ireland, leaving some 100 staff without work. The retail chain had previously said it was hoping to restructure its business but has blamed the economic downturn and a fall in sales for the closures.
Bus Driver Saves Children From Burning Coach
A bus driver has saved 44 children after his coach caught fire just outside the Jack lynch Tunnel on the outskirts of Cork city.
A bus driver has saved 44 children after his coach caught fire just outside the Jack lynch Tunnel on the outskirts of Cork city.
New Legislation Obliges Chemists To Offer Generic Drugs
New legislation will see pharmacists made to offer patients the cheapest available version of a drug, in an effort to save millions from the States medical bill.
New legislation will see pharmacists made to offer patients the cheapest available version of a drug, in an effort to save millions from the States medical bill.
Major Road Improvement Works Begin
A €282 million road improvement project gets underway today (Thursday) withworks on the N7 and N11 being officially started by transport minister, Leo Varadker. On the N7 a bottleneck at Newlands Cross will be removed, while the N11 between Arklow and Rathnew will be upgraded to four-lanes.
A €282 million road improvement project gets underway today (Thursday) withworks on the N7 and N11 being officially started by transport minister, Leo Varadker. On the N7 a bottleneck at Newlands Cross will be removed, while the N11 between Arklow and Rathnew will be upgraded to four-lanes.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 6 2012, 5,113 days ago
Surgeon Faces Charges After 15 Month Delay In Cancer Diagnosis
A Dublin based surgeon is facing two allegations of poor professional performance at a Medical Council fitness-to-practise committee after a patient did not receive his results of a biopsy for skin cancer until 15 months after the test was carried out.
A Dublin based surgeon is facing two allegations of poor professional performance at a Medical Council fitness-to-practise committee after a patient did not receive his results of a biopsy for skin cancer until 15 months after the test was carried out.
Fine Gael TD 'Won't Surrender To Illness'
Fine Gael TD Nicky McFadden has said she will not surrender to her recently diagnosed Motor Neurone Disease and will continue to serve her constituency. The 49-year-old Longford Westmeath representative had the condition confirmed last week.
Fine Gael TD Nicky McFadden has said she will not surrender to her recently diagnosed Motor Neurone Disease and will continue to serve her constituency. The 49-year-old Longford Westmeath representative had the condition confirmed last week.
Go-Ahead For New Law To Resolve Garda Warrant Issues
New legislation to sort out the problems that arose as a result of a Supreme Court ruling on search warrants issued by gardai has been given the go-ahead by the government. The Supreme Court ruling led to several criminal convictions being quashed on appeal.
New legislation to sort out the problems that arose as a result of a Supreme Court ruling on search warrants issued by gardai has been given the go-ahead by the government. The Supreme Court ruling led to several criminal convictions being quashed on appeal.
Speeding Motorcyclist Was Carrying Half Kilo Of Cannabis
A motorcyclist who failed to stop for gardaí while speeding was later found to be transporting €10,000 worth of cannabis. Limerick Gardaí arrested the motorcyclist following a high-speed pursuit.
A motorcyclist who failed to stop for gardaí while speeding was later found to be transporting €10,000 worth of cannabis. Limerick Gardaí arrested the motorcyclist following a high-speed pursuit.
Dublin Waste Firm Told To Stop Using Farm Site
Three Dublin-based waste companies have been told by the Environmental Protection Agency to stop using a facility at a Co Kildare farm to dispose of residual black bin waste.
Three Dublin-based waste companies have been told by the Environmental Protection Agency to stop using a facility at a Co Kildare farm to dispose of residual black bin waste.
Richard Dawkins Calls On Catholics To Be Honest About Believes
Scientist and author Prof Richard Dawkins has said people who describe themselves as Catholic but do not accept the church’s key teachings should be “honest” and admit they no longer belong to the faith.
Scientist and author Prof Richard Dawkins has said people who describe themselves as Catholic but do not accept the church’s key teachings should be “honest” and admit they no longer belong to the faith.
Gay Couple Challenge Civil Partnership Act
Dr Ann Louise Gilligan and partner Senator Katherine Zappone are to issue a fresh legal challenge this week in their fight to be married under Irish law.
Dr Ann Louise Gilligan and partner Senator Katherine Zappone are to issue a fresh legal challenge this week in their fight to be married under Irish law.
Bus Éireann Meets With Unions To Discuss Cost Saving Measures
Bus Éireann has told unions that it is seeking annual cost savings of €20m, with €9m coming from payroll savings.
Bus Éireann has told unions that it is seeking annual cost savings of €20m, with €9m coming from payroll savings.
Child Dies After Freak Holiday Accident
A 2-year-old child has died following a freak accident in which she was struck by a caravan trailer while on holidays. Erin Thomson was hit by the trailer while playing on a remote beach in Co Mayo.
A 2-year-old child has died following a freak accident in which she was struck by a caravan trailer while on holidays. Erin Thomson was hit by the trailer while playing on a remote beach in Co Mayo.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 6 2011, 5,479 days ago
Aer Lingus Talks 'To Avoid Northern Strike'
Industrial action by Aer Lingus pilots in Belfast is still ready for take-off, despite a settlement being reached over the parallel dispute in the Republic of Ireland.
Industrial action by Aer Lingus pilots in Belfast is still ready for take-off, despite a settlement being reached over the parallel dispute in the Republic of Ireland.
Fatal Accident Claims Donegal Man In Australia
A Donegal man has been fatally wounded in a construction accident in Western Australia. On Saturday, Sean McBride, 28, from Burtonport was working on scaffolding, based on a jetty in the town of Dampier when it collapsed into the sea. The jetty was owned by the mining giant Rio Tinto Iron Ore.
A Donegal man has been fatally wounded in a construction accident in Western Australia. On Saturday, Sean McBride, 28, from Burtonport was working on scaffolding, based on a jetty in the town of Dampier when it collapsed into the sea. The jetty was owned by the mining giant Rio Tinto Iron Ore.
Decisions On 20-Year Strategy For Irish Language Set Out
Final decisions have been taken by the Government regarding the new definition of the Gaeltacht and the implementation structures for the 20-Year Strategy for the Irish Language.
Final decisions have been taken by the Government regarding the new definition of the Gaeltacht and the implementation structures for the 20-Year Strategy for the Irish Language.
Implement Prison Deal: SF
The Sinn Fein Vice-Chair of the North's Assembly Justice Committee Raymond McCartney MLA (Foyle) has called for the agreement reached between prisoners and the Prison administration to be implemented in full as a matter of urgency.
The Sinn Fein Vice-Chair of the North's Assembly Justice Committee Raymond McCartney MLA (Foyle) has called for the agreement reached between prisoners and the Prison administration to be implemented in full as a matter of urgency.
UN Torture Committee Calls For Magdalene Abuse Investigation
The UN Committee Against Torture (UNCAT) today issued its “Concluding Observations” following the first examination of the Irish State under the UN Convention Against Torture.
The UN Committee Against Torture (UNCAT) today issued its “Concluding Observations” following the first examination of the Irish State under the UN Convention Against Torture.
Stormont Murderer's Post Reviewed
The North's First Minister Peter Robinson has asked his DUP party colleague the NI Finance Minister Sammy Wilson to look at the appointment process for Ministerial advisers.
The North's First Minister Peter Robinson has asked his DUP party colleague the NI Finance Minister Sammy Wilson to look at the appointment process for Ministerial advisers.
As Summer Season Kicks Off - Public Urged To Use Public Transport
Minister of State today urged everyone travelling during the June Bank Holiday to use public transport as much as possible, particularly if attending weekend festivals, sporting events or enjoying the outdoors.
Minister of State today urged everyone travelling during the June Bank Holiday to use public transport as much as possible, particularly if attending weekend festivals, sporting events or enjoying the outdoors.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 6 2008, 6,574 days ago
Woman Dies In Cavan Road Traffic Collision
A 48-year-old woman has died and two others have been injured in a two-vehicle collision in Co Cavan. The accident happened at around 8.45am, 3km north of Cavan town. It is understood the dead woman was the driver of one of the cars involved in the crash.
A 48-year-old woman has died and two others have been injured in a two-vehicle collision in Co Cavan. The accident happened at around 8.45am, 3km north of Cavan town. It is understood the dead woman was the driver of one of the cars involved in the crash.
Death Bus Fine Tops €2m
Fines totalling €2.2m have been imposed on Bus Éireann, Meath County Council and Keltank Ltd for breaches of health and safety legislation arising out of the fatal crash in which five Meath schoolgirls died.
Fines totalling €2.2m have been imposed on Bus Éireann, Meath County Council and Keltank Ltd for breaches of health and safety legislation arising out of the fatal crash in which five Meath schoolgirls died.
Without Funding Dublin Port Cannot 'Survive', Warns Exporters
The survival of Dublin port is dependent on much-needed state funding and investment, according to the Irish Exporters Association.
The survival of Dublin port is dependent on much-needed state funding and investment, according to the Irish Exporters Association.
Ireland Will Say 'No' To Treaty, Predicts Poll
While polls are notoriously inaccurate as guides to the eventual outcome of plebiscites - it seems certain this weekend that it will take an unprecedented swing in voters' opinions to carry a 'Yes' vote for the EU Treaty.
While polls are notoriously inaccurate as guides to the eventual outcome of plebiscites - it seems certain this weekend that it will take an unprecedented swing in voters' opinions to carry a 'Yes' vote for the EU Treaty.
Decision Due On Bridge Over Troubled Water
It's decision time in the far west as An Bord Pleanala get set to reveal its revised decision on a hotly debated bridge development. The way ahead for Sligo County Council's eastern bridge proposal should be known next week.
It's decision time in the far west as An Bord Pleanala get set to reveal its revised decision on a hotly debated bridge development. The way ahead for Sligo County Council's eastern bridge proposal should be known next week.
Carrick Rubber Plant To Close
Scenic Carrick-on-Shannon is reeling after news that dozens of jobs have been axed. The shock move has been revealed at a well-established factory, Woco Irish Rubber Components, which is to shut down after 32 years in the town with the loss of 41 jobs.
Scenic Carrick-on-Shannon is reeling after news that dozens of jobs have been axed. The shock move has been revealed at a well-established factory, Woco Irish Rubber Components, which is to shut down after 32 years in the town with the loss of 41 jobs.
Young Boy In Critical Condition After Crash In County Clare
A six-year-old boy form Craughwell is in critical but stable condition in Beaumount Hospital in Dublin after he was injured in a car crash in County Clare yesterday. The boy's mother also sustained injuries but is now in a stable condition at University Hospital Galway.
A six-year-old boy form Craughwell is in critical but stable condition in Beaumount Hospital in Dublin after he was injured in a car crash in County Clare yesterday. The boy's mother also sustained injuries but is now in a stable condition at University Hospital Galway.
Health Workers Work-To-Rule
The 28,000 members of IMPACT working in HSE and HSE funded agencies will escalate their current work-to-rule from Monday 9 June. In a circular issued to members this week, the Health and Welfare Division of the union outlined a new instruction to withdraw co-operation from reporting procedures.
The 28,000 members of IMPACT working in HSE and HSE funded agencies will escalate their current work-to-rule from Monday 9 June. In a circular issued to members this week, the Health and Welfare Division of the union outlined a new instruction to withdraw co-operation from reporting procedures.
Irish Naturists Chill Out
Hardy Irish naturists should feel better this week with news of a call to erect signage at a local nudist beach. A Leitrim member of the Irish Naturist Association is calling on the area's county councils in the North West to provide signage on beaches that are frequently used for nude sunbathing.
Hardy Irish naturists should feel better this week with news of a call to erect signage at a local nudist beach. A Leitrim member of the Irish Naturist Association is calling on the area's county councils in the North West to provide signage on beaches that are frequently used for nude sunbathing.
Parents Withdraw Children From School In Co Limerick
Parents of pupils are taking their children out of a school in County Limerick in a protest over the governments failure to fund building a new school. In 2005 Kilfinane National School had to be evacuated for three weeks because of a rat infestation.
Parents of pupils are taking their children out of a school in County Limerick in a protest over the governments failure to fund building a new school. In 2005 Kilfinane National School had to be evacuated for three weeks because of a rat infestation.
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