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Irish News on Mon, Nov 25 2019, 2,192 days ago
Govt Criticised For Record On Poor Air Quality
The government have been criticised for its record on tackling poor air quality. Making the accusation, Labour spokesperson on Transport, Senator Kevin Humphreys, said: "We're now reaping what the Government has sewn with it's failure to act on dirty diesel cars.
The government have been criticised for its record on tackling poor air quality. Making the accusation, Labour spokesperson on Transport, Senator Kevin Humphreys, said: "We're now reaping what the Government has sewn with it's failure to act on dirty diesel cars.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 25 2016, 3,287 days ago
RTÉ Urged To Reverse Department Closure Decision
RTÉ has been urged to reverse its decision to close its Young Peoples Department. It follows an announcement by the broadcaster that it would close the department and source all its programming for children and young people from the independent sector.
RTÉ has been urged to reverse its decision to close its Young Peoples Department. It follows an announcement by the broadcaster that it would close the department and source all its programming for children and young people from the independent sector.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 25 2015, 3,653 days ago
Missing Co Mayo Man Found 'Safe And Well'
Missing Co Mayo man, David Duffy, has been found safe and well, garda have reported. Garda had issued an appeal for help in tracing 36-year-old Mr Duffy, who had not been seen since Sunday. Garda have thanked the public for their help and said that no further action is needed.
Missing Co Mayo man, David Duffy, has been found safe and well, garda have reported. Garda had issued an appeal for help in tracing 36-year-old Mr Duffy, who had not been seen since Sunday. Garda have thanked the public for their help and said that no further action is needed.
Two Men In Court In Connection With Death Of Christopher Nevin
Two men are due to appear in court this morning (Wednesday) charged in connection with the investigation into the death Christopher Nevin. Mr Nevin died following an incident in Navan on 19 November.
Two men are due to appear in court this morning (Wednesday) charged in connection with the investigation into the death Christopher Nevin. Mr Nevin died following an incident in Navan on 19 November.
Two Arrested Following Heroin Seizure
Two men have been arrested in connection with the discovery of heroin during a planned operation in Dublin on Tuesday afternoon. As part of Operation Thor, gardai from the North Central Divisional Drugs Unit stopped two males in the James Street area of Dublin on Tuesday.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the discovery of heroin during a planned operation in Dublin on Tuesday afternoon. As part of Operation Thor, gardai from the North Central Divisional Drugs Unit stopped two males in the James Street area of Dublin on Tuesday.
SF Raises 'Serious Concerns' Over Treatment Of Sex Abuse Survivor
Sinn Féin has raised "serious concerns" following the release of a sex offender in Galway and the treatment by the Department of Justice of his victim.
Sinn Féin has raised "serious concerns" following the release of a sex offender in Galway and the treatment by the Department of Justice of his victim.
INMO Strike 'Disappointing But Not At All Surprising' - FF
The decision of Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) members to vote in favour of strike action is "not at all surprising given the scale of the crisis in our hospitals and the conditions they are expected to work in", Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson Billy Kelleher has said.
The decision of Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) members to vote in favour of strike action is "not at all surprising given the scale of the crisis in our hospitals and the conditions they are expected to work in", Fianna Fáil Health Spokesperson Billy Kelleher has said.
Families Encouraged To Apply For Increased Carers Tax Credit
Families with one spouse who stays at home to care for children or elderly relatives, are being encouraged to claim the home carers' tax credit, following an increase in the allowance in the recent Budget.
Families with one spouse who stays at home to care for children or elderly relatives, are being encouraged to claim the home carers' tax credit, following an increase in the allowance in the recent Budget.
Labour Calls For Full Support Of Proposed DART Changes
Labour TD and Vice Chair of the Oireachtas Transport Committee, Sean Kenny, has welcomed the launch of a public consultation on a major DART service expansion, planned for early 2016.
Labour TD and Vice Chair of the Oireachtas Transport Committee, Sean Kenny, has welcomed the launch of a public consultation on a major DART service expansion, planned for early 2016.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 25 2014, 4,018 days ago
Govt Urged To 'Wake Up' To Drugs Crisis
The government is being urged to "wake up and act on the drugs crisis" following the publication of a photograph which allegedly shows drug users "shooting up" outside the offices of the Oireachtas at Leinster House.
The government is being urged to "wake up and act on the drugs crisis" following the publication of a photograph which allegedly shows drug users "shooting up" outside the offices of the Oireachtas at Leinster House.
Fianna Fáil Calls For 'Pick-Up Artist' To Be Refused Visa
Self-styled "pick-up artist" Julien Blanc should not be allowed to enter Ireland, Fianna Fáil's Bill Kelleher has said. 25-year-old Blanc was recently refused a visa to enter the UK for tour dates that were to take place in February 2015. He is due to appear in Ireland in June next year.
Self-styled "pick-up artist" Julien Blanc should not be allowed to enter Ireland, Fianna Fáil's Bill Kelleher has said. 25-year-old Blanc was recently refused a visa to enter the UK for tour dates that were to take place in February 2015. He is due to appear in Ireland in June next year.
Man Arrested Over Hammer Attack On Lidl Store
A man has been arrested in connection with a hammer attack on a Lidl store in Ballincollig, Co Cork. According to reports a man, aged in his 20s, used a hammer to smash his way into the Lidl outlet in the early hours of Monday morning.
A man has been arrested in connection with a hammer attack on a Lidl store in Ballincollig, Co Cork. According to reports a man, aged in his 20s, used a hammer to smash his way into the Lidl outlet in the early hours of Monday morning.
Sinn Féin Leader Criticised Over Comments About Unionists
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has been recorded at a public meeting in Enniskillen in Northern Ireland referring to unionist politicians as "b******s". A speech by Mr Adams by was recorded by a journalist from the Impartial Reporter, and he is heard saying "...
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has been recorded at a public meeting in Enniskillen in Northern Ireland referring to unionist politicians as "b******s". A speech by Mr Adams by was recorded by a journalist from the Impartial Reporter, and he is heard saying "...
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Accident Near Mallow
Gardaí in Mallow have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident near the town. A man died and two others were seriously injured in a two-car collision on the N20 between Buttevant and Mallow at about 18:40 on Monday.
Gardaí in Mallow have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road accident near the town. A man died and two others were seriously injured in a two-car collision on the N20 between Buttevant and Mallow at about 18:40 on Monday.
Six Rescued From Dublin City Centre House Fire
Four adults and two children are being treated in hospital for the effects of smoke inhalation following a fire at a house in Dublin city centre. Dublin Fire Service (DFS) said it was called to a fire at a house in Gloucester Place, off Sean McDermott Street, at about 05:00 on Tuesday morning.
Four adults and two children are being treated in hospital for the effects of smoke inhalation following a fire at a house in Dublin city centre. Dublin Fire Service (DFS) said it was called to a fire at a house in Gloucester Place, off Sean McDermott Street, at about 05:00 on Tuesday morning.
30 New Jobs Created In Dublin
Thirty new jobs are to be created in Dublin by social news agency, Storyful. Storyful gathers newsworthy video content which it then sells on license to news organisations such as The New York Times and the Wall Street Journal.
Thirty new jobs are to be created in Dublin by social news agency, Storyful. Storyful gathers newsworthy video content which it then sells on license to news organisations such as The New York Times and the Wall Street Journal.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 25 2013, 4,383 days ago
Over 200 New Jobs As Four Firms Announce Expansion
Over 230 new jobs are to be created with the announcement of expansion plans at four companies in Ireland.
Over 230 new jobs are to be created with the announcement of expansion plans at four companies in Ireland.
Largest ESB Union To Serve Strike Notice On 29 November
Notice of industrial action is to be served on ESB on 29 November by one of the largest unions representing workers. In a dispute over a €1.6 billion pension deficit, a group representing the workers combined unions announced their intention to issue strike notice last week.
Notice of industrial action is to be served on ESB on 29 November by one of the largest unions representing workers. In a dispute over a €1.6 billion pension deficit, a group representing the workers combined unions announced their intention to issue strike notice last week.
Search Launched For Missing Fishermen Off Co Wexford Coast
A search is underway off the south Wexford coast for a fishermen missing from his boat. According to reports the alarm as raised at around 12:30 on Monday when a boat was found near the Great Saltee Island with nobody on board.
A search is underway off the south Wexford coast for a fishermen missing from his boat. According to reports the alarm as raised at around 12:30 on Monday when a boat was found near the Great Saltee Island with nobody on board.
Firearm Recovered In Limerick House Search
A man has been arrested and a firearm recovered during a planned gardaí search of a house in Limerick. The Divisional Drug Unit, the Dog Unit and gardaí from Roxboro Road conducted a search of the house on Clarina Aveneu, Ballinacurra Weston at around 20:00 on Sunday night.
A man has been arrested and a firearm recovered during a planned gardaí search of a house in Limerick. The Divisional Drug Unit, the Dog Unit and gardaí from Roxboro Road conducted a search of the house on Clarina Aveneu, Ballinacurra Weston at around 20:00 on Sunday night.
Man Arrested And Cocaine Seized In Crumlin
Gardaí in Dublin have recovered cocaine with an estimated street value of €8,000 from a house in Crumlin. On Saturday, officers from the Divisional Drug Unit, supported by local gardaí, carried out a planned search of a property on Clonard Road at around 2pm.
Gardaí in Dublin have recovered cocaine with an estimated street value of €8,000 from a house in Crumlin. On Saturday, officers from the Divisional Drug Unit, supported by local gardaí, carried out a planned search of a property on Clonard Road at around 2pm.
74-Year-Old Woman Dies In Co Longford Road Accident
Gardaí in Co Longford have reported the death of 74-year-old woman in a road crash. It is understood that the woman was hit by a vehicle as she crossed the N4 at Lisnagrish near Edgeworthstown at around 19.45pm on Sunday night.
Gardaí in Co Longford have reported the death of 74-year-old woman in a road crash. It is understood that the woman was hit by a vehicle as she crossed the N4 at Lisnagrish near Edgeworthstown at around 19.45pm on Sunday night.
Cyclist In Serious Condition After Being Hit By Car
An investigation is underway into an incident in which three cyclists were injured by a car on the N68 Ennis to Kilrush road, Co Clare. According to reports a woman in her 30s remains in a serious condition in hospital after being struck by the car at around 13:30 on Sunday.
An investigation is underway into an incident in which three cyclists were injured by a car on the N68 Ennis to Kilrush road, Co Clare. According to reports a woman in her 30s remains in a serious condition in hospital after being struck by the car at around 13:30 on Sunday.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 25 2011, 5,114 days ago
Two Arrested And Firearms Found In Co Wicklow
Two people have been arrested and firearms recovered in County Wicklow, according to Gardaí on Friday. A spokesman said that at approximately 11.
Two people have been arrested and firearms recovered in County Wicklow, according to Gardaí on Friday. A spokesman said that at approximately 11.
Union Proposes Manufacturing Cooperation
The General President of one of Ireland's largest unions has proposed an initiative to bring unions, employers and government together to develop Ireland’s manufacturing sector.
The General President of one of Ireland's largest unions has proposed an initiative to bring unions, employers and government together to develop Ireland’s manufacturing sector.
FF Calls For Opposition To Fishing Quotas
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Marine and Fisheries has called on the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney to take a very strong stance against the proposed cuts in fishing quotas for 2012.
Fianna Fáil's spokesperson on Marine and Fisheries has called on the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney to take a very strong stance against the proposed cuts in fishing quotas for 2012.
Teen Girl Seriously Assaulted In Co Longford
A woman in her late teens has been seriously assaulted in County Longford, Gardaí have revealed on Friday.
A woman in her late teens has been seriously assaulted in County Longford, Gardaí have revealed on Friday.
O'Sullivan Begins Vietnam Mission
Better relations with Vietnam are on the agenda as the Minister of State for Trade and Development, Jan O'Sullivan begins a four-day visit to Vietnam to see the impact of Ireland's development aid programme and discuss possibilities for further trade links between Ireland and Vietnam.
Better relations with Vietnam are on the agenda as the Minister of State for Trade and Development, Jan O'Sullivan begins a four-day visit to Vietnam to see the impact of Ireland's development aid programme and discuss possibilities for further trade links between Ireland and Vietnam.
Cross Border Rail Links Halted Over Strike
The North's transport company, Translink has said that the cross-border Enterprise train service from Dublin will stop at Dundalk and will not operate in Northern Ireland on the day of a major strike next week.
The North's transport company, Translink has said that the cross-border Enterprise train service from Dublin will stop at Dundalk and will not operate in Northern Ireland on the day of a major strike next week.
Kenny Calls Taxi Driver Attack 'Deplorable'
The Dublin North East Labour TD has joined with the Irish Taxi Federation in deploring the death of Moses Ayanwole, who was assaulted on Wednesday.
The Dublin North East Labour TD has joined with the Irish Taxi Federation in deploring the death of Moses Ayanwole, who was assaulted on Wednesday.
Co Antrim Town Faces Fresh Bomb Alert
Those behind a suspicious device found in the North's Antrim twon this morning have been roundly condemned. In the latest of a long-running series of such incidents, some families have had to leave their homes due to the security alert that is ongoing in the Bush Manor area of Antrim town.
Those behind a suspicious device found in the North's Antrim twon this morning have been roundly condemned. In the latest of a long-running series of such incidents, some families have had to leave their homes due to the security alert that is ongoing in the Bush Manor area of Antrim town.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 25 2010, 5,479 days ago
Four Year Plan Still A 'Failed Policy'
The Irish Government's highly controversial Four Year Plan has been met with hostility by the State's leading unions, who claim the plan is no more than the continuation of "failed policies".
The Irish Government's highly controversial Four Year Plan has been met with hostility by the State's leading unions, who claim the plan is no more than the continuation of "failed policies".
Finglas Shooting Victims Were 'Set Up'
Gardaí in North Dublin say they have reason to believe that the two men shot in a Finglas petrol station were "set up".
Gardaí in North Dublin say they have reason to believe that the two men shot in a Finglas petrol station were "set up".
Donegal By-Election Underway
Voting has begun in the Donegal South West by-election, despite criticism over the election's timing and relevance. Polling stations opened at 7am and remain open until 10pm tonight. The Dáil seat was vacated by Pat The Cope Gallagher after he was elected to the European Parliament last year.
Voting has begun in the Donegal South West by-election, despite criticism over the election's timing and relevance. Polling stations opened at 7am and remain open until 10pm tonight. The Dáil seat was vacated by Pat The Cope Gallagher after he was elected to the European Parliament last year.
Cuts For North's Job Seekers Opposed
There's trouble brewing at the Stormont Assembly with an Executive Minister telling MLAs that he intends to oppose a reduction in housing benefit for those people who are on job seeker's allowance. The measure was announced by the UK Government as part of its £18bn in welfare cuts.
There's trouble brewing at the Stormont Assembly with an Executive Minister telling MLAs that he intends to oppose a reduction in housing benefit for those people who are on job seeker's allowance. The measure was announced by the UK Government as part of its £18bn in welfare cuts.
Tyrone Arrest Over Fuel Laundering
A border fuel laundering plant capable of producing over nine million litres of illicit fuel a year, evading almost £6 million, has been dismantled by the UK's HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
A border fuel laundering plant capable of producing over nine million litres of illicit fuel a year, evading almost £6 million, has been dismantled by the UK's HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
Derry DPP Meeting Abandoned
A District Policing Partnership (DPP) meeting in the North had to be abandoned last night after a protest by dissident republicans. About 50 people blew horns and chanted slogans at the meeting in Derry's Guildhall on Wednesday evening.
A District Policing Partnership (DPP) meeting in the North had to be abandoned last night after a protest by dissident republicans. About 50 people blew horns and chanted slogans at the meeting in Derry's Guildhall on Wednesday evening.
Irish President In Old School Return
The Irish Republic's President, Mary McAleese has been welcomed to her home town by the North's Education Minister, Caitríona Ruane.
The Irish Republic's President, Mary McAleese has been welcomed to her home town by the North's Education Minister, Caitríona Ruane.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 25 2009, 5,844 days ago
Gardaí Move In On Gang ATM Thieves
Some 13 people have been arrested in connection with the theft of Auto Telling Machines in the South Eastern and Eastern Regions. The arrests were made as part of a Garda operation this morning investigating organised crime, led by Assistant Commissioner's National Support Services.
Some 13 people have been arrested in connection with the theft of Auto Telling Machines in the South Eastern and Eastern Regions. The arrests were made as part of a Garda operation this morning investigating organised crime, led by Assistant Commissioner's National Support Services.
High Winds Tear Roof Off Dublin Apartment Block
Three apartment blocks in Dublin have been evacuated after high winds ripped the roof from the building this morning. The incident occurred at an apartment complex at Carrickmines Manor on the Glenamuck Road at around 8.30am.
Three apartment blocks in Dublin have been evacuated after high winds ripped the roof from the building this morning. The incident occurred at an apartment complex at Carrickmines Manor on the Glenamuck Road at around 8.30am.
Talks To Resume After Strike
The Government and public sector unions are to reconvene talks in the wake of the large scale Public Sector strikes amid threats of a second national strike next week.
The Government and public sector unions are to reconvene talks in the wake of the large scale Public Sector strikes amid threats of a second national strike next week.
Man Dies In Another Donegal Crash
A man has been killed in a Donegal road crash, only a day after two others were fatally injured in a collision in the county. Gardaí at Ballyshannon are investigating yesterday's fatal road collision which involved two cars that occurred shortly before 5.
A man has been killed in a Donegal road crash, only a day after two others were fatally injured in a collision in the county. Gardaí at Ballyshannon are investigating yesterday's fatal road collision which involved two cars that occurred shortly before 5.
Brothers To Pay Out €161m Over Abuses
The Order of Christian Brothers have announced today they are to hand over €161 million in compensation and property in the fallout of the hideous revelations in the Ryan Report.
The Order of Christian Brothers have announced today they are to hand over €161 million in compensation and property in the fallout of the hideous revelations in the Ryan Report.
Donegal Kite-Surfer Killed In Freak Accident
A man has been killed in a freak kite-surfing accident off Donegal.
A man has been killed in a freak kite-surfing accident off Donegal.
Body Discovery In Enniskillen
The North's police have revealed that they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a woman's body in Co Fermanagh. A PSNI statement said that the discovery, at a house on the Sligo Road, Enniskillen, was made by a neighbour shortly before 8pm on Tuesday.
The North's police have revealed that they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a woman's body in Co Fermanagh. A PSNI statement said that the discovery, at a house on the Sligo Road, Enniskillen, was made by a neighbour shortly before 8pm on Tuesday.
Government Brings Forward Payment To Farmers
Farmers' funding calls have been answered as the Government concedes their point, bringing forward payment allocations for the struggling industry.
Farmers' funding calls have been answered as the Government concedes their point, bringing forward payment allocations for the struggling industry.
Charges Follow Fermanagh Shooting Bid
Court appearances are getting underway in the North later after two men were charged with attempted murder. Detectives from the PSNI Serious Crime Branch charged both men in relation to a gun attack in the Co Fermanagh village of Garrison at the weekend.
Court appearances are getting underway in the North later after two men were charged with attempted murder. Detectives from the PSNI Serious Crime Branch charged both men in relation to a gun attack in the Co Fermanagh village of Garrison at the weekend.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 25 2008, 6,209 days ago
Woman Killed In Westmeath Collision
A woman has been killed and several children injured, following a collision in Weastmeath. Gardai are investigating the single vehicle crash, which occurred at Cummerstown, on the road between Collinstown and Oldcastle, Co. Westmeath at 8.15am on Tuesday morning.
A woman has been killed and several children injured, following a collision in Weastmeath. Gardai are investigating the single vehicle crash, which occurred at Cummerstown, on the road between Collinstown and Oldcastle, Co. Westmeath at 8.15am on Tuesday morning.
Honour For Irish Serviceman Killed In Afghanistan
The Irishman killed serving with the Royal Marines in Afghanistan is to be remembered on an engraved Peace Park 'wall' in Co Mayo.
The Irishman killed serving with the Royal Marines in Afghanistan is to be remembered on an engraved Peace Park 'wall' in Co Mayo.
Dublin City Rates Hike Leads To Anger
The retail sector has been left outraged over a decision by Dublin City Council to increase commercial rates by 3.3%. Retail Ireland said the move would make shopkeepers in the capital less competitive and will put employment in the sector under further pressure.
The retail sector has been left outraged over a decision by Dublin City Council to increase commercial rates by 3.3%. Retail Ireland said the move would make shopkeepers in the capital less competitive and will put employment in the sector under further pressure.
Lisbon Ruling Awaited From Czech Court
The future of the EC's Lisbon Treaty hangs 'on a thread' today as the Czech courts prepare to rule on whether the Treaty is constitutional.
The future of the EC's Lisbon Treaty hangs 'on a thread' today as the Czech courts prepare to rule on whether the Treaty is constitutional.
Survey Shows Quarter Of Irish Are Obese
The latest figures from a Government study shows two out of three Irish adults are overweight, with almost one quarter being classed as obese.
The latest figures from a Government study shows two out of three Irish adults are overweight, with almost one quarter being classed as obese.
€14m Cé an Chalaidh Mhóir Harbour Officially Opened
Rural Affairs Minister Éamon Ó Cuív joined Minister for Natural Resources Eamon Ryan to officially open the new Cé an Chalaidh Mhóir harbour earlier this month. The environmentally sustainable harbour is expected to improve local transport access as well as promoting business and tourism links.
Rural Affairs Minister Éamon Ó Cuív joined Minister for Natural Resources Eamon Ryan to officially open the new Cé an Chalaidh Mhóir harbour earlier this month. The environmentally sustainable harbour is expected to improve local transport access as well as promoting business and tourism links.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.