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Irish News on Fri, Jun 30 2017, 3,287 days ago
Gardaí Seize €5.3m Worth Of Drugs In Co Meath
Up to €5.3 million worth of drugs have been seized following a search operation in Co Meath. As part of a planned operation by Gardaí from Meath Divisional Drugs Unit, officers carried out the search at a property in Clinstown, Stamullen at 2.45pm on Thursday, 29 June.
Up to €5.3 million worth of drugs have been seized following a search operation in Co Meath. As part of a planned operation by Gardaí from Meath Divisional Drugs Unit, officers carried out the search at a property in Clinstown, Stamullen at 2.45pm on Thursday, 29 June.
Minister Murphy Urged To Meet With Siptu Fire Service Representatives
The Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy, has been urged to meet with Siptu Fire Service representatives in relation to changes to fire safety operations. The meeting is being called for following the Grenfell Tower disaster.
The Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy, has been urged to meet with Siptu Fire Service representatives in relation to changes to fire safety operations. The meeting is being called for following the Grenfell Tower disaster.
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Dublin Burglary
Two men have been arrested in connection with a house burglary in Dublin The incident occurred at a home in the Beaumont area at 2pm on Wednesday, 28 June.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a house burglary in Dublin The incident occurred at a home in the Beaumont area at 2pm on Wednesday, 28 June.
More Than €25m Spent On Private Ambulances Since 2012
More than €25 million has been spent on private ambulances since 2012, Sinn Féin's Health Spokesperson, Louise O'Reilly, has revealed. In figures released to Ms O'Reilly in a response to a Parliamentary Question, HSE revealed it has spent €25,630,392 on private ambulances since 2012.
More than €25 million has been spent on private ambulances since 2012, Sinn Féin's Health Spokesperson, Louise O'Reilly, has revealed. In figures released to Ms O'Reilly in a response to a Parliamentary Question, HSE revealed it has spent €25,630,392 on private ambulances since 2012.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 30 2016, 3,652 days ago
Over 18% Drop In Burglaries - CSO
Operation Thor has seen a "dramatic reduction" in the number of burglaries in the 12 months to 31 March, according to the latest figures by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The Recorded Crime Statistics, published on Wednesday, show an 18.4% drop in burglaries across the year.
Operation Thor has seen a "dramatic reduction" in the number of burglaries in the 12 months to 31 March, according to the latest figures by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The Recorded Crime Statistics, published on Wednesday, show an 18.4% drop in burglaries across the year.
Almost 11,000 Investigations And Inspections Carried Out By HSA In 2015
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) carried out almost 11,000 workplace inspections and investigations in 2015, with more than half involving the construction and agriculture sectors. The figures are contained with the HSA's Annual Report for 2015 and Statistic Summary for 2014 - 2015.
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) carried out almost 11,000 workplace inspections and investigations in 2015, with more than half involving the construction and agriculture sectors. The figures are contained with the HSA's Annual Report for 2015 and Statistic Summary for 2014 - 2015.
Expert Commission On The Funding Of Domestic Public Water Services Announced
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney, has announced the establishment of an Expert Commission on the funding of domestic public water services in Ireland.
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney, has announced the establishment of an Expert Commission on the funding of domestic public water services in Ireland.
Minister Flanagan In Belfast For Range Of Meetings
The Minister for Trade and Foreign Affairs, Charles Flanagan, was in Belfast on Wednesday for discussions on the outcome of the UK referendum and the implementation of the Fresh Start Agreement.
The Minister for Trade and Foreign Affairs, Charles Flanagan, was in Belfast on Wednesday for discussions on the outcome of the UK referendum and the implementation of the Fresh Start Agreement.
Funding Available For Animal Welfare Groups - Creed
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, is inviting applications from animal welfare bodies for ex-gratia funding.
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, is inviting applications from animal welfare bodies for ex-gratia funding.
Funding Approved For New Social Housing In Dublin
Funding of €22 million has been approved for the development of new social housing apartments on Dominick Street in Dublin, Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Simon Coveney, has announced.
Funding of €22 million has been approved for the development of new social housing apartments on Dominick Street in Dublin, Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Simon Coveney, has announced.
Cocaine Found In Passengers Luggage At Dublin Airport
A quantity of cocaine has been seized by Revenue officers at Dublin Airport. 11kg of cocaine was found in the luggage of a 25-year-old man who arrived at the airport on a flight from Paris.
A quantity of cocaine has been seized by Revenue officers at Dublin Airport. 11kg of cocaine was found in the luggage of a 25-year-old man who arrived at the airport on a flight from Paris.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 30 2015, 4,018 days ago
Rise In Assaults And Burglaries - CSO
The number of recorded assaults and burglaries between March 2014 and March 2015 increased by 8%, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). However, in the same period, groups including homicide fell by 40.2% while robbery fell by 6.6%.
The number of recorded assaults and burglaries between March 2014 and March 2015 increased by 8%, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). However, in the same period, groups including homicide fell by 40.2% while robbery fell by 6.6%.
Roaming Charges Across The EU To Be Abolished
Roaming charges are to be abolished across the EU by June 2017. The decision comes following an agreement reached between the Commission, the Council and the Parliament. Dublin MEP, Brian Hayes said this is good news for EU citizens.
Roaming charges are to be abolished across the EU by June 2017. The decision comes following an agreement reached between the Commission, the Council and the Parliament. Dublin MEP, Brian Hayes said this is good news for EU citizens.
Man Arrested After Cannabis Plants Seized In Co Limerick
A man has been arrested after cannabis plants were seized by gardaí in Limerick. The plants are believed to be worth an estimated street value of €115,000. Gardaí carried out the planned search at a house in Bruff on Monday. The man, in his 20s, is being detained at Bruff Garda Station.
A man has been arrested after cannabis plants were seized by gardaí in Limerick. The plants are believed to be worth an estimated street value of €115,000. Gardaí carried out the planned search at a house in Bruff on Monday. The man, in his 20s, is being detained at Bruff Garda Station.
Gardaí Appeal For Missing Teen John Byrne
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses in tracing 17-year-old John Byrne. John was last seen on the Clontarf Road on 10 June. He is described as being 5'7", of slight build and with brown hair.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses in tracing 17-year-old John Byrne. John was last seen on the Clontarf Road on 10 June. He is described as being 5'7", of slight build and with brown hair.
Man Arrested Over Shooting Incident In Co Limerick
A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in County Limerick. A man in his 50s was seriously injured in the incident which occurred in Castleroy on Monday morning. He is currently in a critical but stable condition in hospital.
A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in County Limerick. A man in his 50s was seriously injured in the incident which occurred in Castleroy on Monday morning. He is currently in a critical but stable condition in hospital.
New Mayor Of Dublin Announced
Sinn Féin Councillor Críona Ní Dhálaigh has been announced as the new Mayor of Dublin. She is the first Sinn Féin Mayor to be selected for Dublin, and said her priority for the year to come will be to help families who have been waiting years for housing.
Sinn Féin Councillor Críona Ní Dhálaigh has been announced as the new Mayor of Dublin. She is the first Sinn Féin Mayor to be selected for Dublin, and said her priority for the year to come will be to help families who have been waiting years for housing.
Renewed Appeal To Trace Missing Teen From Co Wicklow
Gardaí have renewed an appeal to trace a missing teenager from County Wicklow. Cabdi Raxman Musse, 14, was last seen on Wexford Road in Arklow on Monday. He is described as being black, 5' 3" tall, of thin build with black hair and brown eyes.
Gardaí have renewed an appeal to trace a missing teenager from County Wicklow. Cabdi Raxman Musse, 14, was last seen on Wexford Road in Arklow on Monday. He is described as being black, 5' 3" tall, of thin build with black hair and brown eyes.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 30 2014, 4,383 days ago
Health Minister Accused Of 'Failing Patients'
The continued increase in outpatient waiting lists has been described as "further proof" that Minister for Health James Reilly is failing patients, Fianna Fáil has said.
The continued increase in outpatient waiting lists has been described as "further proof" that Minister for Health James Reilly is failing patients, Fianna Fáil has said.
Lifeboat Scrambled For Mickey Mouse
Responding to reports of a man falling into the sea, Dún Laoghaire RNLI found the "victim" to be a large inflatable Mickey Mouse. It is understood that a number of callers to the Irish Coast Guard co-ordination centre in Dublin, reported seeing 'a man' crashing into the sea at Bray in Co Wicklow.
Responding to reports of a man falling into the sea, Dún Laoghaire RNLI found the "victim" to be a large inflatable Mickey Mouse. It is understood that a number of callers to the Irish Coast Guard co-ordination centre in Dublin, reported seeing 'a man' crashing into the sea at Bray in Co Wicklow.
Govt Urged To Set Date For Marriage Equality Referendum
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has called on the government to set a date for the marriage equality referendum. Speaking at the Pride Parade held in Dublin, which he described as "another positive step towards a more equal society".
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has called on the government to set a date for the marriage equality referendum. Speaking at the Pride Parade held in Dublin, which he described as "another positive step towards a more equal society".
Body Recovered From Sea At Inishown Head
The body of a fisherman has been recovered from the sea at Inishown Head, near Greencastle, Co Donegal. The alarm was raised at about 10am when a local man contacted Malin Head Coast Guard, reporting that he spotted wreckage and a diesel spill in the water off Inishowen Head.
The body of a fisherman has been recovered from the sea at Inishown Head, near Greencastle, Co Donegal. The alarm was raised at about 10am when a local man contacted Malin Head Coast Guard, reporting that he spotted wreckage and a diesel spill in the water off Inishowen Head.
'Tens Of Thousands' Attend Dublin Pride Parade
Organisers of Dublin's Pride Parade have said that "tens of thousands" of people took part in this year's event, which was held in the city over the weekend. Marking the largest ever Pride Parade, the event is only second in size to the city's St Patrick's Day programme of events.
Organisers of Dublin's Pride Parade have said that "tens of thousands" of people took part in this year's event, which was held in the city over the weekend. Marking the largest ever Pride Parade, the event is only second in size to the city's St Patrick's Day programme of events.
Gardaí Appeal For Information On Fatal Road Crash In Co Westmeath
Gardaí have appealed for information on a fatal road traffic accident near Mullingar, Co Westmeath on Saturday morning.
Gardaí have appealed for information on a fatal road traffic accident near Mullingar, Co Westmeath on Saturday morning.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 30 2011, 5,479 days ago
Irish Population Grows To 4.58m
Early results of the 2011 Census have reported that Ireland's population was 4,581,269 on 10 April. The figures indicate an increase by more than 341,000 people since the 2006 Census. The strongest population growth was in County Laois with a 20% in just five years.
Early results of the 2011 Census have reported that Ireland's population was 4,581,269 on 10 April. The figures indicate an increase by more than 341,000 people since the 2006 Census. The strongest population growth was in County Laois with a 20% in just five years.
Irish Companies Achieve €14bn Of Exports
Enterprise Ireland’s Annual Report and Accounts for 2010 shows that Irish companies achieved €14bn export sales in 2010. Within that, Irish companies achieved a record €1.95bn of new export sales. This represents a strong rebound and recovery of 70% of the exports lost in 2009.
Enterprise Ireland’s Annual Report and Accounts for 2010 shows that Irish companies achieved €14bn export sales in 2010. Within that, Irish companies achieved a record €1.95bn of new export sales. This represents a strong rebound and recovery of 70% of the exports lost in 2009.
Irish Aid Ship To Gaza Sabotaged
The crew of MV Saoirse, the Irish aid ship to Gaza, have reported that their boat has been sabotaged. Sinn Féin spokesperson for Foreign Affairs, Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, has called on An Taoiseach to immediately demand answers from the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.
The crew of MV Saoirse, the Irish aid ship to Gaza, have reported that their boat has been sabotaged. Sinn Féin spokesperson for Foreign Affairs, Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, has called on An Taoiseach to immediately demand answers from the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.
Coveney Re-Affirms Ireland And Britain's Trading Relationships
Discussing his visit to the UK today and Friday, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, re-affirmed the importance of bilateral trade in food and drink trade between Ireland and the UK and the close relationships between the two industries and both Governments.
Discussing his visit to the UK today and Friday, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, re-affirmed the importance of bilateral trade in food and drink trade between Ireland and the UK and the close relationships between the two industries and both Governments.
Hurling Rivals Unite For Ireland’s 'Wonder of Nature'
The senior hurlers of Clare and Galway temporarily put their rivalries to one side ahead of this week’s All Ireland Championship qualifier to pledge their support for the Cliffs of Moher’s bid to be named one of the 'New7Wonders of Nature'.
The senior hurlers of Clare and Galway temporarily put their rivalries to one side ahead of this week’s All Ireland Championship qualifier to pledge their support for the Cliffs of Moher’s bid to be named one of the 'New7Wonders of Nature'.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 30 2010, 5,844 days ago
Russian Espionage Scandal Used Irish Passports
It has emerged that at least one false Irish passport was used by a Russian spy ring allegedly operating in the US. The passport is said to have been passed to a Richard Murphy, who is among 11 people currently under trail in Manhattan Federal court, charged with being a Russian spy.
It has emerged that at least one false Irish passport was used by a Russian spy ring allegedly operating in the US. The passport is said to have been passed to a Richard Murphy, who is among 11 people currently under trail in Manhattan Federal court, charged with being a Russian spy.
Whip Removed From Two TDs Over Vote
Two TDs have befallen the removal of the whip by their respective parties after they broke their party lines' during the controversial hunting vote. Yesterday's vote on a bill outlawing the practice of stag hunting with hounds went in the Government's favour with 75 votes to 72.
Two TDs have befallen the removal of the whip by their respective parties after they broke their party lines' during the controversial hunting vote. Yesterday's vote on a bill outlawing the practice of stag hunting with hounds went in the Government's favour with 75 votes to 72.
Underground DART Plan Goes Ahead
Iarnród Éireann is to lodge its application to build Dublin's Underground DART system today. The Underground DART, or Interconnector, has been described as the most important part of the Government's Transport 21 scheme and will see the linking of the city's transportation system.
Iarnród Éireann is to lodge its application to build Dublin's Underground DART system today. The Underground DART, or Interconnector, has been described as the most important part of the Government's Transport 21 scheme and will see the linking of the city's transportation system.
PSNI Roadblock Officer 'Seriously Ill'
A Sinn Fein Stormont Minister has slammed those behind a cross border smuggling attempt that has left two police officers injured - one of them very seriously.
A Sinn Fein Stormont Minister has slammed those behind a cross border smuggling attempt that has left two police officers injured - one of them very seriously.
North's Wheels Of Justice 'Grind Too Slow'
It is taking too long to process cases through the courts in the North and the police and prosecutors have been urged to work more closely together to reduce the amount of time it takes.
It is taking too long to process cases through the courts in the North and the police and prosecutors have been urged to work more closely together to reduce the amount of time it takes.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 30 2009, 6,209 days ago
Gangs Face Tougher Legislation
Sweeping legislation has been announced to tackle Ireland's gangs. Minister for Justice Dermot Ahern published the Criminal Justice Amendment Act, which contains a host of increased powers giving Gardaí and the courts more powers in their fight against gang activity.
Sweeping legislation has been announced to tackle Ireland's gangs. Minister for Justice Dermot Ahern published the Criminal Justice Amendment Act, which contains a host of increased powers giving Gardaí and the courts more powers in their fight against gang activity.
Sister of Charity Nun Apologises To Victims
A nun has today apologised to children who were abused while under the care of the Sisters of Charity organisation. Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, who campaigns for social justice, is a member of the religious order that, among others, was criticised in the devastating Ryan Report.
A nun has today apologised to children who were abused while under the care of the Sisters of Charity organisation. Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, who campaigns for social justice, is a member of the religious order that, among others, was criticised in the devastating Ryan Report.
Mentally Ill Man Given Life For Manslaughter
A man who killed a fellow inmate at Mountjoy prison while mentally ill has been sentenced to life. Stephen Egan, 25, of Belcamp Crescent, Coolock, Dublin, was jailed for the manslaughter of 20-year old Dubliner Gary Douche.
A man who killed a fellow inmate at Mountjoy prison while mentally ill has been sentenced to life. Stephen Egan, 25, of Belcamp Crescent, Coolock, Dublin, was jailed for the manslaughter of 20-year old Dubliner Gary Douche.
Jail Population Far Below Euro Average
Ireland has one of the lowest rates of incarceration in Europe, new statistics have revealed. The figures released by European statistics company Eurostat show Ireland falls far below the European average with 75 prisoners per 100,000, compared to the European average of 123.
Ireland has one of the lowest rates of incarceration in Europe, new statistics have revealed. The figures released by European statistics company Eurostat show Ireland falls far below the European average with 75 prisoners per 100,000, compared to the European average of 123.
Mortgage Value Dropping As Market Slows
News today that the value of outstanding mortgage loans fell by €18 million in May - as repayments accelerated ahead of the value of new lending - is being blamed on continuing low levels of activity in the housing market.
News today that the value of outstanding mortgage loans fell by €18 million in May - as repayments accelerated ahead of the value of new lending - is being blamed on continuing low levels of activity in the housing market.
Tesco To Extend Prices Cuts To Dublin Stores
The UK-based retail superstore Tesco has announced plans to slash prices at its Dublin stores over the next two weeks.
The UK-based retail superstore Tesco has announced plans to slash prices at its Dublin stores over the next two weeks.
Proposed Sligo Road Schemes In Focus
It has emerged today that fresh concerns are being expresses over the proposed western by-pass of Sligo town.
It has emerged today that fresh concerns are being expresses over the proposed western by-pass of Sligo town.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 30 2008, 6,574 days ago
Dublin Gang Leader Flees Ireland After Grenade Attack
A notorious Dublin gang leader has fled the country after a hand grenade was thrown into his house. During the attack on Saturday morning, a red Fiat Punto pulled up to the house and a male ran to the front door, threw a rock through the window breaking the glass, followed by the grenade.
A notorious Dublin gang leader has fled the country after a hand grenade was thrown into his house. During the attack on Saturday morning, a red Fiat Punto pulled up to the house and a male ran to the front door, threw a rock through the window breaking the glass, followed by the grenade.
Human Traffickers Sending Women To Rural Areas
New research has revealed more than half of all women trafficked into Ireland for sexual exploitation are forced to work in rural areas of the country.
New research has revealed more than half of all women trafficked into Ireland for sexual exploitation are forced to work in rural areas of the country.
Pitbull Terrorize Garda
A member of the garda is being treated in hospital following a vicious attack by to pitbull terriers during a house search last week. The garda, who is in his forties received over 100 stitches to treat the severe wounds to his leg.
A member of the garda is being treated in hospital following a vicious attack by to pitbull terriers during a house search last week. The garda, who is in his forties received over 100 stitches to treat the severe wounds to his leg.
L-Driver Laws Come Into Force Tonight
The new laws clamping down on provisional licence-holders are due to come into force on Monday at midnight. From Tuesday morning, all learner drivers will have to be accompanied by an experienced driver who has held a full licence for at least two years.
The new laws clamping down on provisional licence-holders are due to come into force on Monday at midnight. From Tuesday morning, all learner drivers will have to be accompanied by an experienced driver who has held a full licence for at least two years.
Parents Want Schools State Managed
A recent survey has found three quarters of parents want primary schools to be managed by the State, pointing to the growing secularisation in Ireland.
A recent survey has found three quarters of parents want primary schools to be managed by the State, pointing to the growing secularisation in Ireland.
Minister Advises Parents To Apply For Grants
The Irish Minister for Family Affairs has announced families eligible for back-to-school grants should apply now or risk losing their entitlements. Over 190,000 primary and post-primary pupils are expected to benefit from the €46 million scheme this year.
The Irish Minister for Family Affairs has announced families eligible for back-to-school grants should apply now or risk losing their entitlements. Over 190,000 primary and post-primary pupils are expected to benefit from the €46 million scheme this year.
Cardinal Slams Anti Lisbon Catholics
An Irish cardinal has hit out at anti Lisbon Treaty Catholics describing an Irish missionary monk, St Columbanus, as "one of the Fathers of Europe".
An Irish cardinal has hit out at anti Lisbon Treaty Catholics describing an Irish missionary monk, St Columbanus, as "one of the Fathers of Europe".
GDP Down 1.5% In First Quarter
The ongoing economic decline has been further underlined by a report by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) showing Irelands GDP has fallen by 1.5%.
The ongoing economic decline has been further underlined by a report by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) showing Irelands GDP has fallen by 1.5%.
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