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Irish News on Mon, Aug 12 2019, 2,557 days ago
Major Drug Seizure Made In Limerick Search Operation
Cocaine, cannabis and MDMA worth more than €140,000 has been seized by Gardaí in a raid in Limerick. The seizure was made during a search operation in the Castleconnell area of the city on Sunday, 11 August.
Cocaine, cannabis and MDMA worth more than €140,000 has been seized by Gardaí in a raid in Limerick. The seizure was made during a search operation in the Castleconnell area of the city on Sunday, 11 August.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 12 2016, 3,652 days ago
Child Protection System 'Antiquated And Not Fit For Purpose' - FF
The current child protection system has been described as "antiquated and not fit for purpose".
The current child protection system has been described as "antiquated and not fit for purpose".
Three Men Arrested In Connection With Bank Holiday 'Rampage'
Three men, aged in their 20s, have been arrested in connection with a series of attacks on Monday, 01 August. The attacks in Ashbourne, Co Meath, have been described as a "rampage" by garda. They carried out a series of dawn raids in Dublin north inner city.
Three men, aged in their 20s, have been arrested in connection with a series of attacks on Monday, 01 August. The attacks in Ashbourne, Co Meath, have been described as a "rampage" by garda. They carried out a series of dawn raids in Dublin north inner city.
Two Missing Teenagers Found 'Safe And Well'
Gardaí in Co Kerry have reported that 16-year-old Chloe Palmer has been found "safe and well". The teenager, from Kilgarvan, had been reported missing on Wednesday, 03 August. A number of appeals had been issued as garda sought the public's help in tracing the teenager.
Gardaí in Co Kerry have reported that 16-year-old Chloe Palmer has been found "safe and well". The teenager, from Kilgarvan, had been reported missing on Wednesday, 03 August. A number of appeals had been issued as garda sought the public's help in tracing the teenager.
Noonan Urged To Consider Tax Relief For Graduate Medical Students
Fine Gael has called for the introduction of income tax relief for Graduate Entry Medical Students, a move the party claims will help keep them in Ireland.
Fine Gael has called for the introduction of income tax relief for Graduate Entry Medical Students, a move the party claims will help keep them in Ireland.
First Report Of Interdepartmental Group On Fuller Working Lives Published
The new report of the Interdepartmental Group on Fuller Working Lives has been published by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. The Group was established by the government in January to consider policy around retirement age in both the public and private sectors.
The new report of the Interdepartmental Group on Fuller Working Lives has been published by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. The Group was established by the government in January to consider policy around retirement age in both the public and private sectors.
Hungarian Woman In State Care Amid Allegations Of False Imprisonment
A 19-year-old Hungarian woman has been placed in State care after allegations she was falsely imprisoned. Gardaí have begun an investigation after they visited an address in Tyrrelstown, west Dublin.
A 19-year-old Hungarian woman has been placed in State care after allegations she was falsely imprisoned. Gardaí have begun an investigation after they visited an address in Tyrrelstown, west Dublin.
Choice-Based Letting Scheme To Be Expanded Nationwide
Sinn Féin has welcomed news that the choice-based letting scheme for social housing is to be expanded nationwide. Under the scheme, councils will advertise vacant properties online and those on the housing waiting list can express their preference for the type of home they need on the list.
Sinn Féin has welcomed news that the choice-based letting scheme for social housing is to be expanded nationwide. Under the scheme, councils will advertise vacant properties online and those on the housing waiting list can express their preference for the type of home they need on the list.
Scene Of Four Day Woodland Fire Continues To Be Monitored
The scene of a woodland fire at Puck's Castle in the Dublin Mountains is continuing to be monitored, Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) have reported. The fire was first reported at about 4pm on Tuesday of this week and members of DFB have been on site since.
The scene of a woodland fire at Puck's Castle in the Dublin Mountains is continuing to be monitored, Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) have reported. The fire was first reported at about 4pm on Tuesday of this week and members of DFB have been on site since.
DCC Warns Of Weekend Water Outages During Repair Works
Dublin City Council has warned residents in a number of areas of a possible disruption to the water supply as essential maintenance work is carried out. Valve repair work is to be carried out on a large water main throughout Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 August.
Dublin City Council has warned residents in a number of areas of a possible disruption to the water supply as essential maintenance work is carried out. Valve repair work is to be carried out on a large water main throughout Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 August.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 12 2015, 4,018 days ago
Minister For The Environment Urged To 'Open His Eyes' On Housing Crisis
Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly, has been asked to "open his eyes" and see the "devastating effect his lack of decisive action is having on homeless families".
Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly, has been asked to "open his eyes" and see the "devastating effect his lack of decisive action is having on homeless families".
Woman In Serious Condition Following Knife Attack In Cobh
A woman is in a serious condition in hospital following a knife attack in Cobh, Co Cork. According to reports, the woman and her teenage daughter were attacked at a house in Cooline Avenue on Tuesday morning.
A woman is in a serious condition in hospital following a knife attack in Cobh, Co Cork. According to reports, the woman and her teenage daughter were attacked at a house in Cooline Avenue on Tuesday morning.
Minister Noonan Urged To Cooperate With NAMA Inquiry
The Finance Minister is being urged to cooperate with the NAMA Inquiry being carried out by Northern Ireland's Finance Committee. Minister Michael Noonan has been called to make himself and his department officials available to the committee.
The Finance Minister is being urged to cooperate with the NAMA Inquiry being carried out by Northern Ireland's Finance Committee. Minister Michael Noonan has been called to make himself and his department officials available to the committee.
Cocaine Seized In Two Operations At Dublin Airport
Cocaine worth more than €20,000 has been seized by Revenue Customs Officers at Dublin Airport in two separate intelligence-led operations. In an operation on Friday, 07 August, cocaine worth €16,800 was found in the luggage of an Irish male in his 20s, who was departing for Ibiza on Friday.
Cocaine worth more than €20,000 has been seized by Revenue Customs Officers at Dublin Airport in two separate intelligence-led operations. In an operation on Friday, 07 August, cocaine worth €16,800 was found in the luggage of an Irish male in his 20s, who was departing for Ibiza on Friday.
Investigation Launched Into Fatal Farm Accident
A 19-year-old man has been fatally injured in an industrial accident on a Co Monaghan farm. An investigation has been launched into the incident which happened on a farm in Castleross, near Carrickmacross at about 09:00 on Wednesday morning.
A 19-year-old man has been fatally injured in an industrial accident on a Co Monaghan farm. An investigation has been launched into the incident which happened on a farm in Castleross, near Carrickmacross at about 09:00 on Wednesday morning.
Fianna Fáil Warn Of 'Tsunami' Of Home Repossessions
New figures showing an increase in the number of new cases of home repossessions have been described as a "tsunami" by Fianna Fáil.
New figures showing an increase in the number of new cases of home repossessions have been described as a "tsunami" by Fianna Fáil.
Living Wage Forum To Explore Introduction To Ireland
Irish companies have been invited to attend a Living Wage Forum being held in September, to explore the introduction of a Living Wage Campaign to Ireland.
Irish companies have been invited to attend a Living Wage Forum being held in September, to explore the introduction of a Living Wage Campaign to Ireland.
Almost 60,000 Leaving Cert Students Awaiting Results
Almost sixty thousand Leaving Certificate students are due to receive their exam results today (Wednesday). Congratulating the 57,929 students, Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan, said: "Today marks the end of a long wait for you, your families and your teachers.
Almost sixty thousand Leaving Certificate students are due to receive their exam results today (Wednesday). Congratulating the 57,929 students, Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan, said: "Today marks the end of a long wait for you, your families and your teachers.
Man Arrested Over Ecstasy Seizure
Drugs worth almost €230,000 have been seized during planned searches in the Balgaddy area of Clondalkin. Gardaí from the Lucan/Ronanstown Drugs Unit carried out a planned search on Monday, 10 August just before 20:30.
Drugs worth almost €230,000 have been seized during planned searches in the Balgaddy area of Clondalkin. Gardaí from the Lucan/Ronanstown Drugs Unit carried out a planned search on Monday, 10 August just before 20:30.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 12 2014, 4,383 days ago
FF Accused Of 'Hiding Poor Legacy' On Water Infrastructure
Fianna Fáil (FF) has been accused of "attempting to hide its poor legacy" on investment in Ireland's water infrastructure.
Fianna Fáil (FF) has been accused of "attempting to hide its poor legacy" on investment in Ireland's water infrastructure.
Govt Advisers Breaching Govt's Own Salary Cap
Five government advisers have been found to be breaching the government's own salary cap, earning over €92,000.
Five government advisers have been found to be breaching the government's own salary cap, earning over €92,000.
Gardaí Assist UK Police Searching For Missing Irishman
Police in London are looking for 37-year-old John Dowdall, an Irishman from Co Clare, who is understood to have gone missing from a hotel, leaving medication and valuables behind.
Police in London are looking for 37-year-old John Dowdall, an Irishman from Co Clare, who is understood to have gone missing from a hotel, leaving medication and valuables behind.
Post-Mortem Due On Body Found In Carlow
A post-mortem examination is to be carried out today on the body of a woman found in a house in Carlow. The body, believed to be a woman aged in her late 30s, was found in a house in the Graiguecullen area of the town at 21:45 on Sunday.
A post-mortem examination is to be carried out today on the body of a woman found in a house in Carlow. The body, believed to be a woman aged in her late 30s, was found in a house in the Graiguecullen area of the town at 21:45 on Sunday.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Swords Road Crash
Gardaí have appealed to witnesses of a fatal road crash in North County Dublin to contact them. The appeal concerns a road accident in which a 78-year-old woman died when a car she was in collided with a second car on the Coast Road, in Malahide.
Gardaí have appealed to witnesses of a fatal road crash in North County Dublin to contact them. The appeal concerns a road accident in which a 78-year-old woman died when a car she was in collided with a second car on the Coast Road, in Malahide.
Cell Search Underway At Portlaoise Prison
Up to 30 mobile phones have been found during a search at Portlaoise maximum security prison this morning. The search operation began at 7am on Tuesday morning and is currently ongoing, according to a report by RTÉ.
Up to 30 mobile phones have been found during a search at Portlaoise maximum security prison this morning. The search operation began at 7am on Tuesday morning and is currently ongoing, according to a report by RTÉ.
Gardaí Search For Car That Failed To Stop After Hitting Officer
Gardaí in Dublin are searching for a car that failed to stop after hitting a garda traffic officer and colliding with a Dublin Bus. It is understood that the car was travelling the wrong way on a one way street when the officer tried to stop it.
Gardaí in Dublin are searching for a car that failed to stop after hitting a garda traffic officer and colliding with a Dublin Bus. It is understood that the car was travelling the wrong way on a one way street when the officer tried to stop it.
Gardaí Renew Appeal For Missing 81-Year-Old
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for help in tracing 81-year-old Thomas Kennedy, who has been missing for almost two weeks. Mr Kennedy was last seen in the Virginia Park area at around 21:00 on Tuesday 29 July. He is described as 5ft 4in tall, of slim build with short grey hair.
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for help in tracing 81-year-old Thomas Kennedy, who has been missing for almost two weeks. Mr Kennedy was last seen in the Virginia Park area at around 21:00 on Tuesday 29 July. He is described as 5ft 4in tall, of slim build with short grey hair.
Truck Crashes Into House In Co Cork
A woman in Midleton, Co Cork managed to avoid injury when a truck crashed into her house yesterday morning. According to gardaí a reversing truck collided with the house on Rosary Place, Midleton, at about 10am on Monday.
A woman in Midleton, Co Cork managed to avoid injury when a truck crashed into her house yesterday morning. According to gardaí a reversing truck collided with the house on Rosary Place, Midleton, at about 10am on Monday.
Irish News on Mon, Aug 12 2013, 4,748 days ago
Children Rescued By Sligo Coastguard
A group of children, aged between nine and 12, have been rescued by the Sligo Coastguard after their boats were caught in a swell this afternoon. The children, who were on a sailing course in Sligo Bay, were in five sailing dinghies at the time.
A group of children, aged between nine and 12, have been rescued by the Sligo Coastguard after their boats were caught in a swell this afternoon. The children, who were on a sailing course in Sligo Bay, were in five sailing dinghies at the time.
Leaked HSE Report 'Frightening' - Kelleher
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Health, Billy Kelleher TD, said the leaked internal report on high risk to patient safety across the health service is yet another damning indictment of Minister James Reilly's handling of his Department.
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Health, Billy Kelleher TD, said the leaked internal report on high risk to patient safety across the health service is yet another damning indictment of Minister James Reilly's handling of his Department.
Five Arrested Following Foiled Robbery
Gardai have arrested five men in relation to a foiled robbery at the house of a businessman in Cork. Three men were arrested this morning (12 August) and two other males, believed to be in their 30s and 40s were arrested at around 11.30pm last night.
Gardai have arrested five men in relation to a foiled robbery at the house of a businessman in Cork. Three men were arrested this morning (12 August) and two other males, believed to be in their 30s and 40s were arrested at around 11.30pm last night.
Sewerage Schemes Get The Go-Ahead
Pat the Cope Gallagher has welcomed the approval given by Minister Phil Hogan, Department of Environment, to allow both the Dungloe and Glenties sewerage schemes to commence. The total cost of both schemes is expected to be in the region of €5.4m.
Pat the Cope Gallagher has welcomed the approval given by Minister Phil Hogan, Department of Environment, to allow both the Dungloe and Glenties sewerage schemes to commence. The total cost of both schemes is expected to be in the region of €5.4m.
Call For Govt To Introduce An Economic Recovery Bond
Fine Gael Kildare North TD, Bernard Durkan, has suggested that the Government should introduce an economic recovery bond to help provide funding for the local authority housing sector.
Fine Gael Kildare North TD, Bernard Durkan, has suggested that the Government should introduce an economic recovery bond to help provide funding for the local authority housing sector.
Services Back To Normal Following Minor Collision
Luas Red Line services are back to normal following a collision between a car and a tram this morning in Dublin City Centre. The crash occurred at around 10am between the Smithfield and Four Court stops. No one is believed to have been injured.
Luas Red Line services are back to normal following a collision between a car and a tram this morning in Dublin City Centre. The crash occurred at around 10am between the Smithfield and Four Court stops. No one is believed to have been injured.
Call For Govt To Protect Customers If Gas Price Hike Is Approved
Age Action has warned that if the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) grants the 7.22% price hike being sought by Bord Gais for its domestic customers it will cause further hardship for many older people this winter.
Age Action has warned that if the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) grants the 7.22% price hike being sought by Bord Gais for its domestic customers it will cause further hardship for many older people this winter.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 12 2011, 5,479 days ago
Tallaght Patient Died On Hospital Trolley
A man died while on a hospital trolley awaiting a doctor. Today, a verdict of death due to natural causes has been recorded after an inquest into the death of a patient at Tallaght Hospital Emergency Department.
A man died while on a hospital trolley awaiting a doctor. Today, a verdict of death due to natural causes has been recorded after an inquest into the death of a patient at Tallaght Hospital Emergency Department.
Fresh Appeal For Missing Teenager
Gardaí in Dublin have issued a fresh appeal for information about a teenage girl who has been missing since last month. Gugu Sibeko, 15, from Mulhuddart in Dublin has not been seen since July 17. She is described as a black South African girl with black hair and brown eyes.
Gardaí in Dublin have issued a fresh appeal for information about a teenage girl who has been missing since last month. Gugu Sibeko, 15, from Mulhuddart in Dublin has not been seen since July 17. She is described as a black South African girl with black hair and brown eyes.
Stabbed Belfast Health Centre Worker 'Stable'
A 40-year-old woman who was stabbed more than 20 times in the Grove Wellbeing Centre on the York Road remains in a stable condition in hospital today.
A 40-year-old woman who was stabbed more than 20 times in the Grove Wellbeing Centre on the York Road remains in a stable condition in hospital today.
Red Tape Cut And Audit Threshold Raised
The number of businesses exempt from the requirement to hire external auditors to the maximum level permitted under EU law has been raised, a move that is expected to save Irish SMEs up to €5million per year.
The number of businesses exempt from the requirement to hire external auditors to the maximum level permitted under EU law has been raised, a move that is expected to save Irish SMEs up to €5million per year.
Derry Shooting Probed By North's Police
Derry police detectivs are appealing for information after an incident where shots were fired at a house in the Quarry Street area of the border city.
Derry police detectivs are appealing for information after an incident where shots were fired at a house in the Quarry Street area of the border city.
Fifth English Riot Victim Dies
A pensioner badly injured in the London riots earlier this week has now died taking the death toll to five in the violent disorder that continues to sweep across England. Richard Mannington Bowes, 68, suffered head injuries in an attack in Ealing on Monday night and was left in a coma.
A pensioner badly injured in the London riots earlier this week has now died taking the death toll to five in the violent disorder that continues to sweep across England. Richard Mannington Bowes, 68, suffered head injuries in an attack in Ealing on Monday night and was left in a coma.
Kelly's Eye Closes
A Belfast centenarian and life-long journalist has died.
A Belfast centenarian and life-long journalist has died.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 12 2010, 5,844 days ago
Mental Health Care 'In Crisis'
The Irish Republic's care of mental health patients has come in for fresh criticism as it emerged today that riot police are regularly drafted in to deal with an upsurge of violence in psychiatric hospitals.
The Irish Republic's care of mental health patients has come in for fresh criticism as it emerged today that riot police are regularly drafted in to deal with an upsurge of violence in psychiatric hospitals.
Pharma Firm Set For €3.5 million Expansion
There's to be a large-scale redevelopment of a Cork pharmaceutical plant. Around €3.5 million is to be spent on a process building and store on a two-storey Wexport Ltd premises, at Little Island, Co. Cork.
There's to be a large-scale redevelopment of a Cork pharmaceutical plant. Around €3.5 million is to be spent on a process building and store on a two-storey Wexport Ltd premises, at Little Island, Co. Cork.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 12 2009, 6,209 days ago
Swine Flu School Closed
A Co Donegal Gaeltacht has been closed after a number of children were diagnosed with swine flu. Coláiste Bhríde in Ranafast, is to close tomorrow and the remaining 275 students will be sent home.
A Co Donegal Gaeltacht has been closed after a number of children were diagnosed with swine flu. Coláiste Bhríde in Ranafast, is to close tomorrow and the remaining 275 students will be sent home.
Award Of €10,000 Offered Over Pheonix Park Victim
A €10,000 reward has gone on offer for information leading to the identification of the woman found stabbed to death in Phoenix Park last week. After a week of little progress in identifying the woman, the cash is being put up as gardaí continue their investigation.
A €10,000 reward has gone on offer for information leading to the identification of the woman found stabbed to death in Phoenix Park last week. After a week of little progress in identifying the woman, the cash is being put up as gardaí continue their investigation.
Pilot Rescued After Ditching Plane Off Wexford Coast
A lucky pilot has been rescued after his plane crashed into the sea off Co Wexford. The light aircraft, which is believed to have been flown from England, went down shortly before 5pm yesterday.
A lucky pilot has been rescued after his plane crashed into the sea off Co Wexford. The light aircraft, which is believed to have been flown from England, went down shortly before 5pm yesterday.
Shares Sprial Downwards As Carroll Empire Crumbles
Bank shares have tumbled as a court ruling removed protection from the property empire of developer Liam Carroll. Shares in Bank of Ireland and AIB fell this morning following the Supreme Court ruling yesterday that ended court protection for six of developer Liam Carroll's companies.
Bank shares have tumbled as a court ruling removed protection from the property empire of developer Liam Carroll. Shares in Bank of Ireland and AIB fell this morning following the Supreme Court ruling yesterday that ended court protection for six of developer Liam Carroll's companies.
Fatal Stabbing In Mayo
A man has died during a knife attack in the centre of County Mayo. A 24-year-old male died after being stabbed on, or near, Main Street Rear, which is a laneway off the Main Street in Kiltimagh at approximately 12.45am this morning.
A man has died during a knife attack in the centre of County Mayo. A 24-year-old male died after being stabbed on, or near, Main Street Rear, which is a laneway off the Main Street in Kiltimagh at approximately 12.45am this morning.
Leaving Cert Results Released Today
Nails are being bitten and nerves are frayed as Ireland's 57,500 Leaving Cert students await the arrival of their Leaving Certificate exam results today. The coming results have retained the pattern of the past few years, with low levels of achievement in maths and science.
Nails are being bitten and nerves are frayed as Ireland's 57,500 Leaving Cert students await the arrival of their Leaving Certificate exam results today. The coming results have retained the pattern of the past few years, with low levels of achievement in maths and science.
Teenager Missing In Galway
A family has expressed grave concern for the welfare of a teenager who has gone missing from his home in Galway.
A family has expressed grave concern for the welfare of a teenager who has gone missing from his home in Galway.
North's New Chief Constable Announced
The man selected to lead the North's police force has said he hopes to build on his predecessor's success. Matt Baggott was appointed by the NI Policing Board last night, and will replace outgoing Chief Constable Sir Hugh Order.
The man selected to lead the North's police force has said he hopes to build on his predecessor's success. Matt Baggott was appointed by the NI Policing Board last night, and will replace outgoing Chief Constable Sir Hugh Order.
Irish Contract Boosts Taxi Builders
A Co Tyrone business is celebrating this month - after hailing a new taxi building contract. Dungannon company Premier Vehicle Solutions (PVS) Ltd has secured a major deal with Fiat Ireland, potentially worth £2.1 million, with help from Invest Northern Ireland and the EU.
A Co Tyrone business is celebrating this month - after hailing a new taxi building contract. Dungannon company Premier Vehicle Solutions (PVS) Ltd has secured a major deal with Fiat Ireland, potentially worth £2.1 million, with help from Invest Northern Ireland and the EU.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 12 2008, 6,574 days ago
Three Dead In Irish Road Tragedies
Three people have now been killed on Irish roads in the last 24-hours. The latest fatality, a man in his early 40s, was killed after a van and his car collided near Crossgar in Co Down this morning, while two men were killed in Co Galway yesterday.
Three people have now been killed on Irish roads in the last 24-hours. The latest fatality, a man in his early 40s, was killed after a van and his car collided near Crossgar in Co Down this morning, while two men were killed in Co Galway yesterday.
Staff Let Off Despite Putting 400,000 At Risk Of Fraud
Staff from a spending watchdog have avoided any disciplinary action despite losing confidential information on almost half a million people.
Staff from a spending watchdog have avoided any disciplinary action despite losing confidential information on almost half a million people.
Cowen To Rejuvenate Pay Deal Talks
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen, is to meet employers and unions in the coming weeks to see if the negotiations over a national pay agreement can be 'rescued'.
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen, is to meet employers and unions in the coming weeks to see if the negotiations over a national pay agreement can be 'rescued'.
Lorry Driver Released Following €2m Cig Seizure
A lorry driver has been released following the seizure of €2million worth of illegal cigarettes. The man was detained on Monday morning after customs officers discovered the contraband cigarettes on Saturday following the arrival of a lorry at Rosslare Europort from Cherbourg in France.
A lorry driver has been released following the seizure of €2million worth of illegal cigarettes. The man was detained on Monday morning after customs officers discovered the contraband cigarettes on Saturday following the arrival of a lorry at Rosslare Europort from Cherbourg in France.
'Surrogate Father' Drowns On Stag Night
A young man - who had been looking after his younger sister by acting as her surrogate father since theri dad's death - has drowned during a stag night stunt. The victim was Ruairi Kelly, 28, a chef who lived in Leixlip, Co Kildare.
A young man - who had been looking after his younger sister by acting as her surrogate father since theri dad's death - has drowned during a stag night stunt. The victim was Ruairi Kelly, 28, a chef who lived in Leixlip, Co Kildare.
Anger Distils Into Protest Outbreak
Employees and suppliers alike are taking action as both groups tackle two leading Irish companies on foot of separate disputes. Around 400 farmers have already served 'last orders' by mounting a protest at the Guinness brewery in Dublin over the price being paid to them for barley.
Employees and suppliers alike are taking action as both groups tackle two leading Irish companies on foot of separate disputes. Around 400 farmers have already served 'last orders' by mounting a protest at the Guinness brewery in Dublin over the price being paid to them for barley.
Delays As Dentists Withdraw From Card Scheme
The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has said patients will be facing long delays as 190 of its members withdrew from the Irish medical card scheme. The dentists are taking their action because of frustration with what they claim is HSE underfunding.
The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has said patients will be facing long delays as 190 of its members withdrew from the Irish medical card scheme. The dentists are taking their action because of frustration with what they claim is HSE underfunding.
From Taoiseach To Anchor – Ahern Tries Presenting
The former Taoiseach - and well known sports addict - is to try his had at anchoring an RTÉ sports show. Bertie Ahern will be guest presenter of the GAA show, The Road to Croker while the current anchor, Des Cahill attends the Beijing Olympics.
The former Taoiseach - and well known sports addict - is to try his had at anchoring an RTÉ sports show. Bertie Ahern will be guest presenter of the GAA show, The Road to Croker while the current anchor, Des Cahill attends the Beijing Olympics.
Irish Electronics' Recycling Doubles Europe Expectations
Ireland is recycling twice the amount of electronic goods than a target set by the EU. New figures reveal, on average, each Irish person recycles up to 9kg of used electronics goods last year, more than double the 4kg target set when retailers were first required to take back old items in 2005.
Ireland is recycling twice the amount of electronic goods than a target set by the EU. New figures reveal, on average, each Irish person recycles up to 9kg of used electronics goods last year, more than double the 4kg target set when retailers were first required to take back old items in 2005.
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