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Irish News on Tue, Sep 3 2019, 2,557 days ago
Co Donegal Beach Closed Amid Searches For 'Possible Suspect Device'
A possible suspect device has been reported at Lagg Beach in Malin, County Donegal. It is understood that the possible device was initially reported by a passer-by on the afternoon of Sunday 01 September.
A possible suspect device has been reported at Lagg Beach in Malin, County Donegal. It is understood that the possible device was initially reported by a passer-by on the afternoon of Sunday 01 September.
Fresh Appeal For Information On Cork Sexual Assault
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information on a serious sexual assault in Cork on Saturday 24 August.
Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information on a serious sexual assault in Cork on Saturday 24 August.
HSE's Capital Plan Revealed
Government Ministers have revealed the Health Service Executive's Capital Plan with €2 billion to be divided between hospitals and local health facilities.
Government Ministers have revealed the Health Service Executive's Capital Plan with €2 billion to be divided between hospitals and local health facilities.
July Figures Show Increase In Homelessness
Recent figures from the Department of Housing have shown an increase in the amount of people requiring emergency accommodation across the country. A total of 10,275 individuals were without a home in July, including 6,497 adults, 1,721 families and 3,778 dependants.
Recent figures from the Department of Housing have shown an increase in the amount of people requiring emergency accommodation across the country. A total of 10,275 individuals were without a home in July, including 6,497 adults, 1,721 families and 3,778 dependants.
Govt Contribute Further €100,000 To Biodiversity Fund
The government will contribute €100,000 towards the Community Foundation for Ireland's Biodiversity Fund, the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan TD, has announced. The total grant allocation this year through the fund will be €370,000.
The government will contribute €100,000 towards the Community Foundation for Ireland's Biodiversity Fund, the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan TD, has announced. The total grant allocation this year through the fund will be €370,000.
Living Wage Fund Needed For Childcare Workers - SIPTU
SIPTU have called for Budget 2020 to include a Living Wage Fund for workers in the childcare sector. The union said that the fund was needed to ensure an increase in the number of quality services for children.
SIPTU have called for Budget 2020 to include a Living Wage Fund for workers in the childcare sector. The union said that the fund was needed to ensure an increase in the number of quality services for children.
Irish Firms Secure European Space Agency Funding
Three Irish companies have secured co-funding under the European Space Agency's Earth Observation Programme, with a collective value of over €1.5million.
Three Irish companies have secured co-funding under the European Space Agency's Earth Observation Programme, with a collective value of over €1.5million.
Irish News on Mon, Sep 3 2018, 2,922 days ago
Local Authorities Urged To Do More To Encourage Public Transport Use
Fianna Fáil has called for a "change in mind-set and planning" by local authorities in order to support the public in making the move from the car to public transport.
Fianna Fáil has called for a "change in mind-set and planning" by local authorities in order to support the public in making the move from the car to public transport.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 3 2015, 4,018 days ago
Man Arrested In Donegal After Shooting Incident In L'Derry
Gardai have arrested a man in Donegal in connection with a shooting at a wedding reception in L'Derry. The shooting happened at Rafters bar and restaurant in the Northland Road area at around 8.30pm on Wednesday. The man was treated for a hand injury at hospital and has since been discharged.
Gardai have arrested a man in Donegal in connection with a shooting at a wedding reception in L'Derry. The shooting happened at Rafters bar and restaurant in the Northland Road area at around 8.30pm on Wednesday. The man was treated for a hand injury at hospital and has since been discharged.
New CAO Points Scale Launched
The new CAO points scale which will be used for entry to higher education from 2017 has been launched. The main features of the new scale are: • It maintains the current alignment between the points awarded for achievement at Higher Level and the points awarded for achievement at Ordinary Level.
The new CAO points scale which will be used for entry to higher education from 2017 has been launched. The main features of the new scale are: • It maintains the current alignment between the points awarded for achievement at Higher Level and the points awarded for achievement at Ordinary Level.
Children Eligible For School Transport Denied Access - FF
The Minister for Education is being urged to investigate why children who are eligible for school transport are being denied the service. Bus Éireann is failing to accommodate their children, despite them being fully eligible for the school transport scheme.
The Minister for Education is being urged to investigate why children who are eligible for school transport are being denied the service. Bus Éireann is failing to accommodate their children, despite them being fully eligible for the school transport scheme.
Sinn Féin Tables Motion Of No Confidence In Attorney General And Taoiseach
Sinn Féin has tabled a motion of no confidence in the Attorney General and the Taoiseach following the report of the Fennelly Commission.
Sinn Féin has tabled a motion of no confidence in the Attorney General and the Taoiseach following the report of the Fennelly Commission.
Community Hospital In Dublin Officially Opens
The Mount Carmel Community Hospital in Dublin has officially opened. The HSE purchased Mount Carmel in August 2014 at a capital cost of €11m.
The Mount Carmel Community Hospital in Dublin has officially opened. The HSE purchased Mount Carmel in August 2014 at a capital cost of €11m.
Man Killed In Workplace Accident
An investigation has been launched after a man died following a workplace accident in County Limerick. The man, believed to be in his 60's, was killed when the cab of a truck he was working on fell on top of him on Wednesday night. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
An investigation has been launched after a man died following a workplace accident in County Limerick. The man, believed to be in his 60's, was killed when the cab of a truck he was working on fell on top of him on Wednesday night. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Call For Govt To Take 'Urgent Action' Over Refugee Crisis
The Government is being called to take "urgent action" over the refugee crisis.
The Government is being called to take "urgent action" over the refugee crisis.
Irish News on Wed, Sep 3 2014, 4,383 days ago
Iarnród Éireann Strike Called Off
Strike action at Iarnród Éireann has been called off after both sides involved in the dispute came to an arrangement. A new set of proposals were put forward at the Labour Relations Commission, which Iarnród Éireann, SIPTU and the National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU) are said to have agreed to.
Strike action at Iarnród Éireann has been called off after both sides involved in the dispute came to an arrangement. A new set of proposals were put forward at the Labour Relations Commission, which Iarnród Éireann, SIPTU and the National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU) are said to have agreed to.
Four Arrested In Money Laundering Investigation
A man and three women have been arrested by gardaí in connection with a money laundering investigation in Co Cork. The scheme is said to involve tens of thousands of euro. According to reports, the four are members of the same extended family with links to the drugs trade.
A man and three women have been arrested by gardaí in connection with a money laundering investigation in Co Cork. The scheme is said to involve tens of thousands of euro. According to reports, the four are members of the same extended family with links to the drugs trade.
Unemployment Rate Continues To Fall
Joan Burton, Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection, has welcomed the latest figures which reveal a fall in the number of those unemployed. The Live Register figures, published by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), which showed the unemployment rate in Ireland continues to fall.
Joan Burton, Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection, has welcomed the latest figures which reveal a fall in the number of those unemployed. The Live Register figures, published by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), which showed the unemployment rate in Ireland continues to fall.
Children's Spina Bifida Services 'Grossly Under-Resourced' - Study
Services for the 500 children who live in Ireland with Spina Bifida are grossly under-resourced, according to Temple Street Children's University Hospital in Dublin.
Services for the 500 children who live in Ireland with Spina Bifida are grossly under-resourced, according to Temple Street Children's University Hospital in Dublin.
Minister Calls For Greater Flexibility In Beef Industry
Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney has called for greater cooperation and flexibility between beef farmers and processors. The Minister made the comments following a meeting with representatives of the beef processing industry over ongoing issues in the sector.
Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney has called for greater cooperation and flexibility between beef farmers and processors. The Minister made the comments following a meeting with representatives of the beef processing industry over ongoing issues in the sector.
Coca-Cola Remains Ireland's Top Brand
Coca-Cola remains the biggest selling brand in Ireland, retaining the position it has held for the last ten years, according to Checkout magazine. The latest Checkout Top 100 Brands report put Avonmore Milk and Brennans Bread as the second and third biggest selling brands in the country.
Coca-Cola remains the biggest selling brand in Ireland, retaining the position it has held for the last ten years, according to Checkout magazine. The latest Checkout Top 100 Brands report put Avonmore Milk and Brennans Bread as the second and third biggest selling brands in the country.
€120m Seven-Property Retail Portfolio Launched
A retail investment portfolio described as "one of the largest ever to be offered to the market in Ireland" has been launched by property consultants Savills and chartered surveyors Bannon.
A retail investment portfolio described as "one of the largest ever to be offered to the market in Ireland" has been launched by property consultants Savills and chartered surveyors Bannon.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 3 2013, 4,748 days ago
Govt Vow To Help Priory Hall Residents
The government has vowed to help former residents of Priory Hall in Dublin, with Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan saying that they could be open to helping to rebuild the properties.
The government has vowed to help former residents of Priory Hall in Dublin, with Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan saying that they could be open to helping to rebuild the properties.
Fianna Fáil Calls For Maternity Leave To Be Extended
Maternity leave in Ireland should be extended to one full year by 2019, Fianna Fáil has said. The party made the call in a new paper which says there should be greater standards in childcare, more support for parents and provisions to make the service more affordable.
Maternity leave in Ireland should be extended to one full year by 2019, Fianna Fáil has said. The party made the call in a new paper which says there should be greater standards in childcare, more support for parents and provisions to make the service more affordable.
Sinn Féin Launch Seanad Campaign
Sinn Féin have launched a campaign calling for the abolition of the Seanad at an event in Dublin this morning. The party say the the current Seanad should be broken up in the interest in fairness, democracy and equality of citizenship.
Sinn Féin have launched a campaign calling for the abolition of the Seanad at an event in Dublin this morning. The party say the the current Seanad should be broken up in the interest in fairness, democracy and equality of citizenship.
500 Tonnes Of Hazardous Waste Dumped In Co Louth
It has been revealed that some 500 tonnes of hazardous waste was dumped in a north Co Louth quarry. It is understood that the hazardous waste – a byproduct from the illegal laundering of marked diesel fuel – was buried at a rural site some two years ago.
It has been revealed that some 500 tonnes of hazardous waste was dumped in a north Co Louth quarry. It is understood that the hazardous waste – a byproduct from the illegal laundering of marked diesel fuel – was buried at a rural site some two years ago.
Cork Man Pleads Guilty To Killing Protected Red Deer
A 37-year-old Cork man has pleaded guilty to shooting a protected red deer stag and cutting it in half. Gardaí confirmed that Richard Cullinane, of Lisnacon, Kanturk, Co Cork, was traced after took the front half of the animal to a taxidermist as he wanted it monuted as a hunting trophy.
A 37-year-old Cork man has pleaded guilty to shooting a protected red deer stag and cutting it in half. Gardaí confirmed that Richard Cullinane, of Lisnacon, Kanturk, Co Cork, was traced after took the front half of the animal to a taxidermist as he wanted it monuted as a hunting trophy.
Gardaí Officer Charged Over Child Abuse Images
A serving gardaí officer has been charged with possession of 655 child sexual abuse images. It is understood that the charges relate to images and movies of child abuse, child exposure and computer generated images.
A serving gardaí officer has been charged with possession of 655 child sexual abuse images. It is understood that the charges relate to images and movies of child abuse, child exposure and computer generated images.
Bord Gáis Prices To Rise Again
Bord Gáis have been given permission for the third price increase in two years, a move being criticised by Fianna Fáil.
Bord Gáis have been given permission for the third price increase in two years, a move being criticised by Fianna Fáil.
IMO Doctors Vote For Industrial Action
Junior doctors have overwhelmingly voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute with the HSE over working hours. Half of the Irish Medical Organisation's 2,000 non-consultant hospital doctors (NCHD) voted in the ballot, with 97% voting in favour of some form of industrial action.
Junior doctors have overwhelmingly voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute with the HSE over working hours. Half of the Irish Medical Organisation's 2,000 non-consultant hospital doctors (NCHD) voted in the ballot, with 97% voting in favour of some form of industrial action.
Dublin Bridge To Be Named After Rosie Hackett
Dublin City Council have announced that the newest bridge over the Liffey, which sits between O'Connell Bridge and Butt Bridge, is to be named after trade union activist, Rosie Hackett.
Dublin City Council have announced that the newest bridge over the Liffey, which sits between O'Connell Bridge and Butt Bridge, is to be named after trade union activist, Rosie Hackett.
Irish News on Mon, Sep 3 2012, 5,113 days ago
FF Calls For Reilly To 'Walk Away'
Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson Billy Kelleher TD has confirmed that his party will table a motion of no-confidence in the Health Minister James Reilly upon the Dáil's resumption.
Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson Billy Kelleher TD has confirmed that his party will table a motion of no-confidence in the Health Minister James Reilly upon the Dáil's resumption.
Met Éireann Confirms Wettest August Since 1997
Rainfall was below average along western and northern coasts and in parts of the East, with the percentage of average values ranging from 73% at Newport to 225% at Johnstown Castle, its wettest August since 1997, according to data from Met Éireann.
Rainfall was below average along western and northern coasts and in parts of the East, with the percentage of average values ranging from 73% at Newport to 225% at Johnstown Castle, its wettest August since 1997, according to data from Met Éireann.
CRH To Cut 55 Posts
Building materials firm CRH is to axe 55 jobs at its Irish Cement plant in Limerick. The company said the restructuring follows five years of decline in the Irish construction industry, with activity down 80 per cent from a peak in 2007.
Building materials firm CRH is to axe 55 jobs at its Irish Cement plant in Limerick. The company said the restructuring follows five years of decline in the Irish construction industry, with activity down 80 per cent from a peak in 2007.
NRA Urged To 'Get Their Act Together'
Dublin North East Labour TD, Seán Kenny, today called on the National Roads Authority (NRA) to tackle the litter problem on Dublin Airport approach roads under its control following the recent report which identified the Airport roads as litter blackspots.
Dublin North East Labour TD, Seán Kenny, today called on the National Roads Authority (NRA) to tackle the litter problem on Dublin Airport approach roads under its control following the recent report which identified the Airport roads as litter blackspots.
Two Arrested Following Shooting Incident
Two men are being questioned following a shooting attack in Co Clare in which a 21-year-old was injured. The incident took place at the Bunratty Hotel car park in the early hours of Sunday morning. It is believed that up to 20 people may have witnessed the incident.
Two men are being questioned following a shooting attack in Co Clare in which a 21-year-old was injured. The incident took place at the Bunratty Hotel car park in the early hours of Sunday morning. It is believed that up to 20 people may have witnessed the incident.
Investment Fund Announced For Two Projects
Some €2.6 million worth of new investment in two key tourism projects was announced today by Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar in Waterford and Co. Offaly.
Some €2.6 million worth of new investment in two key tourism projects was announced today by Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar in Waterford and Co. Offaly.
Childs Body Found At A House In Cork
Gardai are investigating the death of an eight-year-old boy on Cork today. The childs body was discovered after Gardai were called to an incident at Harrison Place, Charleville, at around 9.30am. The house has been cordoned off pending a full technical examination.
Gardai are investigating the death of an eight-year-old boy on Cork today. The childs body was discovered after Gardai were called to an incident at Harrison Place, Charleville, at around 9.30am. The house has been cordoned off pending a full technical examination.
Call For Women To Raise Funds For Cancer
The Irish Cancer Society is calling on every woman in Ireland to come together and Get the Girls doing something throughout the months of September and October to combat breast cancer.
The Irish Cancer Society is calling on every woman in Ireland to come together and Get the Girls doing something throughout the months of September and October to combat breast cancer.
Blackrock Baths To Be Demolished Following Safety Issues
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has announced Blackrock Baths are to be demolished.
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has announced Blackrock Baths are to be demolished.
Irish News on Fri, Sep 3 2010, 5,844 days ago
Farmer Killed After Train Hits Tractor
A 64-year-old farmer has died at a level crossing after a goods train collided with his tractor yesterday. Jack Hoban from Ballymacfrane, Donamon, Co Roscommon, was pronounced dead at the scene. It is believed his tractor stalled as it traversed a level crossing.
A 64-year-old farmer has died at a level crossing after a goods train collided with his tractor yesterday. Jack Hoban from Ballymacfrane, Donamon, Co Roscommon, was pronounced dead at the scene. It is believed his tractor stalled as it traversed a level crossing.
Gardai Break Up Violent Brawl
Gardai have managed to break up a potentially bloody street brawl in Dublin yesterday. Officers said they recovered an array of weapons including slash hooks, golf clubs, pick-axe handles and baseball bats when they broke up the fight involving up to 30 people.
Gardai have managed to break up a potentially bloody street brawl in Dublin yesterday. Officers said they recovered an array of weapons including slash hooks, golf clubs, pick-axe handles and baseball bats when they broke up the fight involving up to 30 people.
Man, 22, Left With Serious Facial Injuries After Assault
A 22-year-old man is in hospital with serious facial injuries after an assault in Dublin. Gardaí at Kevin Street, Dublin revealed this morning they are investigating the serious assault, which occurred at Lennox Street, Dublin 8 at approximately 4.55am on Sunday.
A 22-year-old man is in hospital with serious facial injuries after an assault in Dublin. Gardaí at Kevin Street, Dublin revealed this morning they are investigating the serious assault, which occurred at Lennox Street, Dublin 8 at approximately 4.55am on Sunday.
Traffic Commissioner Urges Safety On Roads
The approaching end of the summer weather has prompted the Gardaí's Assistant Commissioner for Traffic to call on drivers to consider their own safety and the safety of others.
The approaching end of the summer weather has prompted the Gardaí's Assistant Commissioner for Traffic to call on drivers to consider their own safety and the safety of others.
ATM Charge Proposals Panned
Proposals by Fianna Fail's Justice Minister Dermot Ahern to introduce charges for ATM withdrawls have been met with wide criticism, and accusations of being a "cynical distraction".
Proposals by Fianna Fail's Justice Minister Dermot Ahern to introduce charges for ATM withdrawls have been met with wide criticism, and accusations of being a "cynical distraction".
Labour's McManus Bows Won't Seek Re-Election
The Labour Party's Wicklow TD has announced she will not seek re-election at the next election, in order to pave the way for younger candidates.
The Labour Party's Wicklow TD has announced she will not seek re-election at the next election, in order to pave the way for younger candidates.
Suicide Prevention Funding Boosted By €1M
The Government has announced a funding boost of almost €1million for a range of suicide prevention measures under the dormant accounts funding. Making the announcement this morning, Minister for Mental Health John Moloney said the money was in addition to a €4.
The Government has announced a funding boost of almost €1million for a range of suicide prevention measures under the dormant accounts funding. Making the announcement this morning, Minister for Mental Health John Moloney said the money was in addition to a €4.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 3 2009, 6,209 days ago
Lisbon Treaty Guide Launched By EC
The European Commission has today launched a guide to the Lisbon Treaty to be distributed throughout the State ahead of next month's referendum. Secretary-General of the European Commission, Catherine Day, presented the document 'Your guide to the Lisbon Treaty' at a launch in Dublin today.
The European Commission has today launched a guide to the Lisbon Treaty to be distributed throughout the State ahead of next month's referendum. Secretary-General of the European Commission, Catherine Day, presented the document 'Your guide to the Lisbon Treaty' at a launch in Dublin today.
Woman Stabbed In Dublin
A woman is in hospital in Dublin after she was attacked while bringing her young son to school this morning. The woman, who is in her 30s, was slashed in the face with a knife on Drumcondra Road at about 8.50am this morning.
A woman is in hospital in Dublin after she was attacked while bringing her young son to school this morning. The woman, who is in her 30s, was slashed in the face with a knife on Drumcondra Road at about 8.50am this morning.
Gardaí Praised Over Drug Haul
Fine Gael has praised the Gardaí after a major drug haul in Dublin and Roscommon yesterday, in which over €2 million of drugs were seized. Some 11 people were arrest during the early morning raids, which turned up almost 500kilos of cannabis.
Fine Gael has praised the Gardaí after a major drug haul in Dublin and Roscommon yesterday, in which over €2 million of drugs were seized. Some 11 people were arrest during the early morning raids, which turned up almost 500kilos of cannabis.
Four In Court Over East Belfast Riots
Four people have appeared before a magistrates court in the North charged in connection with rioting in east Belfast earlier this week. The males, aged between 17 and 30, faced a number of charges including riotous behaviour, throwing a petrol bomb and damaging a police vehicle.
Four people have appeared before a magistrates court in the North charged in connection with rioting in east Belfast earlier this week. The males, aged between 17 and 30, faced a number of charges including riotous behaviour, throwing a petrol bomb and damaging a police vehicle.
Coalition Collapse Could Trigger Election
A Green Party member has signalled that a collapse of the Coalition Government could be on the cards, leading to a dramatic early General Election.
A Green Party member has signalled that a collapse of the Coalition Government could be on the cards, leading to a dramatic early General Election.
Mystery Over Shock Body Find
There's no news yet on the identity of a body found in a leafy Co Antrim suburb yesterday. Police in the North have appealed for help in identifying a man whose remains were found in a derelict building on the Jordanstown Road in Newtownabbey.
There's no news yet on the identity of a body found in a leafy Co Antrim suburb yesterday. Police in the North have appealed for help in identifying a man whose remains were found in a derelict building on the Jordanstown Road in Newtownabbey.
Spielberg Has Close Encounter With Ireland
It has emerged that Hollywood movie director Steven Spielberg has been secretly enjoying a summer holiday in Ireland. Mr Spielberg has been taking in the Irish Countryside with his wife, actress Kate Capshaw, and their teenage son.
It has emerged that Hollywood movie director Steven Spielberg has been secretly enjoying a summer holiday in Ireland. Mr Spielberg has been taking in the Irish Countryside with his wife, actress Kate Capshaw, and their teenage son.
Gardaí Launch Back To School Road Safety Appeal
Gardaí have launched an appeal to drivers to remain road safet conscientious as the school term resumes after the summer break. The campaign, launched today, asks driver to remember that schools are reopening and a change in light and road conditions require greater care by all.
Gardaí have launched an appeal to drivers to remain road safet conscientious as the school term resumes after the summer break. The campaign, launched today, asks driver to remember that schools are reopening and a change in light and road conditions require greater care by all.
Irish News on Wed, Sep 3 2008, 6,574 days ago
Arrests Halt International Gun And Drug Operation
Around £3.25m worth of heroin and over two dozen handguns were seized by police yesterday as part of an international anti-organised crime operation that spanned both the Irish border and mainland Europe as well.
Around £3.25m worth of heroin and over two dozen handguns were seized by police yesterday as part of an international anti-organised crime operation that spanned both the Irish border and mainland Europe as well.
Tax Tumble Tops Taoiseach's Timetable
Wedneday's revelation that tax revenues are in freefall will be at the top of the agenda in the first cabinet meeting in the run up to the first sitting of the Daíl later this month.
Wedneday's revelation that tax revenues are in freefall will be at the top of the agenda in the first cabinet meeting in the run up to the first sitting of the Daíl later this month.
Irish Dole Queues Now Longer Than 1998
Figures released by a Government statistics office have revealed another 10 year high has been reached on Ireland's dole queues The latest numbers from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) showed a total increase of 9,100 in August, up from a July high of 226,000, and the highest level of unemployme
Figures released by a Government statistics office have revealed another 10 year high has been reached on Ireland's dole queues The latest numbers from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) showed a total increase of 9,100 in August, up from a July high of 226,000, and the highest level of unemployme
Ferries Cancelled Following Gale Warnings
The Irish weather monitoring office has issued a gale warning ahead of bad weather conditions off the coast on Wednesday. All Irish ferries sailing on the Dublin to Holyhead route have been cancelled due to the expected bad conditions, with winds expected to reach up to gale force eight in places.
The Irish weather monitoring office has issued a gale warning ahead of bad weather conditions off the coast on Wednesday. All Irish ferries sailing on the Dublin to Holyhead route have been cancelled due to the expected bad conditions, with winds expected to reach up to gale force eight in places.
Armed Gardaí Elite Lock And Load
The new elite armed gardaí force go operational as of Wednesday, to tackle Ireland's growing gun crime problems. The Regional Support Unit (RSU) is a specialist team, trained to provide instant back up for frontline gardaí, and will have their own specialist vehicles and uniforms.
The new elite armed gardaí force go operational as of Wednesday, to tackle Ireland's growing gun crime problems. The Regional Support Unit (RSU) is a specialist team, trained to provide instant back up for frontline gardaí, and will have their own specialist vehicles and uniforms.
Free Screening Programme Falls At First Hurdle
The recently announced free surgical tests has made a shaky start as it is revealed there will be several weeks wait for full access by those seeking the test.
The recently announced free surgical tests has made a shaky start as it is revealed there will be several weeks wait for full access by those seeking the test.
Libertas To Enter Politics Proper
The Leader of anti-Lisbon group, Libertas, has revealed plans to turn the lobby group into a Euro-wide political party. The millionaire businessman, Declan Ganley, said he was preparing the ground for an European election run and needed 30 MEPs across the continent to be fully effective.
The Leader of anti-Lisbon group, Libertas, has revealed plans to turn the lobby group into a Euro-wide political party. The millionaire businessman, Declan Ganley, said he was preparing the ground for an European election run and needed 30 MEPs across the continent to be fully effective.
Armed Robbery In Laois Results In Two Arrests
Two men have been arrested following an armed robbery in Co Laois on Tuesday night. Gardaí said two men carrying shotguns entered a filling station in Mountrath at around 10.10pm, and held up staff before getting away with an undisclosed sum of cash and quantity of "property".
Two men have been arrested following an armed robbery in Co Laois on Tuesday night. Gardaí said two men carrying shotguns entered a filling station in Mountrath at around 10.10pm, and held up staff before getting away with an undisclosed sum of cash and quantity of "property".
Irish News on Mon, Sep 3 2007, 6,940 days ago
Shooting In Limerick Probed
Gardaí are investigating a shooting in Limerick in which a man was shot in the leg.
Gardaí are investigating a shooting in Limerick in which a man was shot in the leg.
Seven-Year-Old Injured In Bomb Attack
A seven-year-old boy is receiving treatment in hospital following a bomb attack at his house in Dunmurry, on the outskirts of Belfast. The boy, who suffers from cerebral palsy, was at home with his 79-year-old grandmother at the time of the incident and sustained cuts and bruises.
A seven-year-old boy is receiving treatment in hospital following a bomb attack at his house in Dunmurry, on the outskirts of Belfast. The boy, who suffers from cerebral palsy, was at home with his 79-year-old grandmother at the time of the incident and sustained cuts and bruises.
Music Festival Death Investigated
A post mortem examination will take place today on the body of a 23-year-old man who died after attending the Electric Picnic Festival in County Laois over the weekend.
A post mortem examination will take place today on the body of a 23-year-old man who died after attending the Electric Picnic Festival in County Laois over the weekend.
Traffic Diversions On N25 After Chemical Leak
An 'ammonia leak' at a factory has resulted in major traffic diversions on the N25 leading out of New Ross in County Wexford to Waterford. Fire services are at the scene and the road has been closed as a precaution following the incident, which took place at around 7.00am this morning.
An 'ammonia leak' at a factory has resulted in major traffic diversions on the N25 leading out of New Ross in County Wexford to Waterford. Fire services are at the scene and the road has been closed as a precaution following the incident, which took place at around 7.00am this morning.
Gardaí Investigate Dublin Car Park Fire
Gardaí have launched an investigation after three cars were damaged in a blaze at an underground car park in Dublin on Sunday morning. It is understood that the fire broke out in the car park of Carrigmore Crescent apartments in the Tallaght area of the city around 3am on Sunday.
Gardaí have launched an investigation after three cars were damaged in a blaze at an underground car park in Dublin on Sunday morning. It is understood that the fire broke out in the car park of Carrigmore Crescent apartments in the Tallaght area of the city around 3am on Sunday.
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