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Irish News on Fri, Sep 14 2018, 2,922 days ago
More Than 718,000 Patients Waiting On Medical Treatment
More than 718,000 patients are waiting on medical treatment across Ireland, it has been revealed. The National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) has released new hospital waiting list figures for August, which show waiting lists increased to a record 718,165 patients for the month.
More than 718,000 patients are waiting on medical treatment across Ireland, it has been revealed. The National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) has released new hospital waiting list figures for August, which show waiting lists increased to a record 718,165 patients for the month.
Irish News on Thu, Sep 14 2017, 3,287 days ago
Appeal Issued For Barry Ahern
Gardaí have issued appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 47-year-old Barry Ahern, who is missing from Tullahinell, Ballylongford, Co Kerry. Mr Ahern was last seen on 11 September at his home in Tullahinell, Ballylongford, Co Kerry.
Gardaí have issued appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of 47-year-old Barry Ahern, who is missing from Tullahinell, Ballylongford, Co Kerry. Mr Ahern was last seen on 11 September at his home in Tullahinell, Ballylongford, Co Kerry.
'Taking Care Of Business' Event Brings Together 30 State Bodies
A new initiative will bring together up to 30 State bodies to offer advice to small businesses.
A new initiative will bring together up to 30 State bodies to offer advice to small businesses.
Irish News on Wed, Sep 14 2016, 3,652 days ago
Fintrax Urged To Clarify Workers Redundancy Payments
The management of Fintrax has been urged to inform workers from their Data Processing Centre in Connemara where they stand in relation to redundancy payments.
The management of Fintrax has been urged to inform workers from their Data Processing Centre in Connemara where they stand in relation to redundancy payments.
Investigations Launched Into Workplace Death In Cork
Investigations have been launched into the death of a 35-year-old man in a workplace accident in Co Cork. It is understood that an incident occurred at around 1.30am at Architectural & Metal Systems, an aluminium manufacturing plant, in Little Island.
Investigations have been launched into the death of a 35-year-old man in a workplace accident in Co Cork. It is understood that an incident occurred at around 1.30am at Architectural & Metal Systems, an aluminium manufacturing plant, in Little Island.
Up To 98,000 Farmers To Receive Refund Payments
Up to 98,000 farmers are to receive a share of €12.4 million that was deducted from their 2014 Single Payment Scheme (SPS), the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has announced. The Minister said he was pleased the Financial Discipline deduction, totalling €12.
Up to 98,000 farmers are to receive a share of €12.4 million that was deducted from their 2014 Single Payment Scheme (SPS), the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has announced. The Minister said he was pleased the Financial Discipline deduction, totalling €12.
Search Operation Launched Across Dublin
A large search operation was launched at 6.30am this morning, 14 September, in an operation targeting serious organised crime in the Dublin region.
A large search operation was launched at 6.30am this morning, 14 September, in an operation targeting serious organised crime in the Dublin region.
Irish News on Mon, Sep 14 2015, 4,018 days ago
'Flags For Schools' Initiative Launched At St Patrick's N.S. Co Mayo
The 'Flags for Schools' initiative, a major part of the governments programme of events to mark the centenary of the 1916 Rising, has been launched by the Taoiseach and the Arts and Education Ministers.
The 'Flags for Schools' initiative, a major part of the governments programme of events to mark the centenary of the 1916 Rising, has been launched by the Taoiseach and the Arts and Education Ministers.
Bus Carrying 52 Pupils Overturns In Co Cork
A bus carrying 52 secondary school pupils overturned as it rounded a bend in Co Cork shortly after 8am on Monday morning. It is understood the bus was travelling from Ballyhooly to Fermoy when it is believed to have slid on the wet road. There was heavy rainfall at the time of the accident.
A bus carrying 52 secondary school pupils overturned as it rounded a bend in Co Cork shortly after 8am on Monday morning. It is understood the bus was travelling from Ballyhooly to Fermoy when it is believed to have slid on the wet road. There was heavy rainfall at the time of the accident.
Status Yellow Weather Warning Remains In Place
A Status Yellow weather warning remains in place for Counties Munster and Galway. Met Éireann have warned people to be "be aware" of continuing heavy rainfall throughout Monday, with a continued risk of flooding. The warning was issued at 11am this morning and remains in place midnight.
A Status Yellow weather warning remains in place for Counties Munster and Galway. Met Éireann have warned people to be "be aware" of continuing heavy rainfall throughout Monday, with a continued risk of flooding. The warning was issued at 11am this morning and remains in place midnight.
Irish Water Accused Of Hypocrisy Over DCC Debt
Irish Water has been accused of hypocrisy following the news that they owe Dublin City Council €8.194m since 2013. Sinn Féin Dublin City Councillor, Noeleen Reilly, said that the council was left with the debt for water services projects following the creation of Irish Water.
Irish Water has been accused of hypocrisy following the news that they owe Dublin City Council €8.194m since 2013. Sinn Féin Dublin City Councillor, Noeleen Reilly, said that the council was left with the debt for water services projects following the creation of Irish Water.
FF Criticise Govt's 'Continuing Failure' On Hospital Waiting Lists
Fianna Fáil has criticised the government for its "continuing failure to tackle growing hospital waiting lists". The party's health spokesperson, Billy Kelleher, said that the Minister for Health had "moved the goalposts, and still missed the target".
Fianna Fáil has criticised the government for its "continuing failure to tackle growing hospital waiting lists". The party's health spokesperson, Billy Kelleher, said that the Minister for Health had "moved the goalposts, and still missed the target".
New Jobs Announced For Mullingar
Twenty eight new jobs are to be created in Marlinstown by Patterson Pumps Ireland.
Twenty eight new jobs are to be created in Marlinstown by Patterson Pumps Ireland.
Minister For Jobs Begins Trade Mission To China
Minister for Jobs Richard Burton has begun a five-day, four-city trade mission to China, aimed at supporting jobs in Ireland.
Minister for Jobs Richard Burton has begun a five-day, four-city trade mission to China, aimed at supporting jobs in Ireland.
Irish News on Fri, Sep 14 2012, 5,113 days ago
HSE Talks Resume As Resolution Still Not Found
No resolution had been reached by the end of talks between health service managers and consultants at the Labour Relations Commission (LRC) last night. It is understood the negotiations, which centre on implementing work practice reforms, went on until Midnight and will resume later today.
No resolution had been reached by the end of talks between health service managers and consultants at the Labour Relations Commission (LRC) last night. It is understood the negotiations, which centre on implementing work practice reforms, went on until Midnight and will resume later today.
New Petition System Sees Public Directly Address Oireachtas
The introduction of a new petitions system will see members of the public able to put their concerns about matters of public policy directly to an Oireachtas committee.
The introduction of a new petitions system will see members of the public able to put their concerns about matters of public policy directly to an Oireachtas committee.
'Diamond Bazooka' Rings Topple Insolvency Amendment
An amendment to the new personal insolvency legislation, which sought to allow debtors to keep "one item of jewellery of ceremonial significance", has been withdrawn as there was no stipulation of an upper limit on value.
An amendment to the new personal insolvency legislation, which sought to allow debtors to keep "one item of jewellery of ceremonial significance", has been withdrawn as there was no stipulation of an upper limit on value.
Noonan Begins Meetings With Eurozone Finance Ministers
Minister for Finance Michael Noonan has met with eurozone finance ministers at an informal meeting in Cyprus to present Ireland’s case for a reduction in its banking debt.
Minister for Finance Michael Noonan has met with eurozone finance ministers at an informal meeting in Cyprus to present Ireland’s case for a reduction in its banking debt.
Three Die In Roscommon House Fire
Three men have died in a house fire in Roscommon town. Emergency services were called to a house in the St Ciaran's Park area at about 7.30am on Friday morning. Investigating gardaí then discovered the three bodies in the front room of the house.
Three men have died in a house fire in Roscommon town. Emergency services were called to a house in the St Ciaran's Park area at about 7.30am on Friday morning. Investigating gardaí then discovered the three bodies in the front room of the house.
Traffic Garda Found Guilty For Not Having Tax or NCT
A senior member of the Garda Traffic Corps in Limerick city has been ordered to pay €3,500 to charity after being found guilty of having no tax or NCT on his car.
A senior member of the Garda Traffic Corps in Limerick city has been ordered to pay €3,500 to charity after being found guilty of having no tax or NCT on his car.
Publicans Boycott Galway Drinkers Ambulance Service
Plans for a new ambulance in Galway servicing late night drinkers are in doubt after local publicans decided to boycott it. Members of the Galway City Vintners Association have hit out at the plans, saying they give a bad impression of the city as a "battleground".
Plans for a new ambulance in Galway servicing late night drinkers are in doubt after local publicans decided to boycott it. Members of the Galway City Vintners Association have hit out at the plans, saying they give a bad impression of the city as a "battleground".
Live Grenade Thrown Into Front Room Of House
Gardaí have said they are concerned about a criminal gang having access to live grenades following an attack on a house in north Dublin shortly after midnight yesterday. A viable grenade was thrown through the front window of a house at Cloonlara Road in Finglas but failed to explode.
Gardaí have said they are concerned about a criminal gang having access to live grenades following an attack on a house in north Dublin shortly after midnight yesterday. A viable grenade was thrown through the front window of a house at Cloonlara Road in Finglas but failed to explode.
SumUp Set To Open Development Centre In Dublin
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD has announced that SumUp, a company dedicated to helping small businesses overcome issues with accepting credit and debit card payments, is to establish a customer, technical support and development centre in Dublin, creating 40 new, hi
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD has announced that SumUp, a company dedicated to helping small businesses overcome issues with accepting credit and debit card payments, is to establish a customer, technical support and development centre in Dublin, creating 40 new, hi
Irish News on Wed, Sep 14 2011, 5,479 days ago
Dail Back In Business
The Dail is back in session today following a two-month summer recess. It is understood that the day’s discussions will centre on legislation to do with the bail out agreement, the two referendums to be held in October and the changing working practices for politicians.
The Dail is back in session today following a two-month summer recess. It is understood that the day’s discussions will centre on legislation to do with the bail out agreement, the two referendums to be held in October and the changing working practices for politicians.
€600m To Be Saved With Better Loan Terms
Ireland is to receive better terms for another set of loans to be given to the state through a European bailout scheme. The European Commission has adopted two proposals that will see Ireland receiving lower interest rates and extended maturities on loans.
Ireland is to receive better terms for another set of loans to be given to the state through a European bailout scheme. The European Commission has adopted two proposals that will see Ireland receiving lower interest rates and extended maturities on loans.
Call To End Clerical Celibacy Gains Support
Former Bishop of Derry, Edward Daly, has received a wealth of support after calling for the Catholic Church to end clerical celibacy. The Association of Catholic Priests has welcomed the news along with well-known priest Father Brian D’Arcy.
Former Bishop of Derry, Edward Daly, has received a wealth of support after calling for the Catholic Church to end clerical celibacy. The Association of Catholic Priests has welcomed the news along with well-known priest Father Brian D’Arcy.
Treatment Of Sex Victims 'Unacceptable'
A leading support organisation for victims of sex abuse has said that an overhaul of the criminal justice system is needed. According to a report by One In Four the way that the Irish justice system treats victims of sexual crime is "simply unacceptable".
A leading support organisation for victims of sex abuse has said that an overhaul of the criminal justice system is needed. According to a report by One In Four the way that the Irish justice system treats victims of sexual crime is "simply unacceptable".
Junior Cert Results Published
Over 50,000 anxious students will open their Junior Certificate results today. More than half a million individual grades in 26 different subjects have been delivered to secondary schools nationwide.
Over 50,000 anxious students will open their Junior Certificate results today. More than half a million individual grades in 26 different subjects have been delivered to secondary schools nationwide.
Irish News on Tue, Sep 14 2010, 5,844 days ago
€3 Billion Cuts 'Minimum'
December's budget could be even more austere than expected after the Finance Minister signalled the coming cuts would be higher than €3 billion.
December's budget could be even more austere than expected after the Finance Minister signalled the coming cuts would be higher than €3 billion.
Three Friends Die In Limerick Crash
Three people have died in a tragic road crash on the N21 in Co Limerick. The men, who are all believed to be friends, died while travelling in a van that was in collision with a car shortly after 9pm at Garryduff on the Newcastle West to Tralee road.
Three people have died in a tragic road crash on the N21 in Co Limerick. The men, who are all believed to be friends, died while travelling in a van that was in collision with a car shortly after 9pm at Garryduff on the Newcastle West to Tralee road.
Lenihan Climb Down Over 'Intelligent Design' Book
The Irish Minister for Science Conor Lenihan has been forced into a climb-down over his overt support for a new book calling evolution a "hoax".
The Irish Minister for Science Conor Lenihan has been forced into a climb-down over his overt support for a new book calling evolution a "hoax".
Pub Trade In 'Meltdown' Says Industry
The group representing Ireland's drinks trade has said the industry is in "meltdown" after recent figures showed a 14% decline in sales. Commenting on the release of its mid-year market figures, the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) said the industry was suffering a 14.
The group representing Ireland's drinks trade has said the industry is in "meltdown" after recent figures showed a 14% decline in sales. Commenting on the release of its mid-year market figures, the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) said the industry was suffering a 14.
'Replace O'Leary With Cabin Crew' Says Pilot
The controversial Ryanair baoss, Michael O'Leary, should be sacked and replaced with a flight attendant, according to an enraged senior pilot for the carrier.
The controversial Ryanair baoss, Michael O'Leary, should be sacked and replaced with a flight attendant, according to an enraged senior pilot for the carrier.
Irish News on Mon, Sep 14 2009, 6,209 days ago
Tiger Kidnapping In Dublin
Details of a gang related so-called 'tiger-kidnapping' incident, which occurred in Dublin on Friday night, have emerged today.
Details of a gang related so-called 'tiger-kidnapping' incident, which occurred in Dublin on Friday night, have emerged today.
Arrests Follow Bungled Robbery In Meath
Three men have been arrested after a failed robbery attempt in Co Meath. Gardaí have arrested the trio who were attempting a robbery at the Marriott Hotel in Enfield in the early hours of this morning.
Three men have been arrested after a failed robbery attempt in Co Meath. Gardaí have arrested the trio who were attempting a robbery at the Marriott Hotel in Enfield in the early hours of this morning.
Apology Call Over TD's Expenses
The leader of opposition party Fine Gael has called for a full apology from Ceann Comhairle John O'Donoghue over his official expenses.
The leader of opposition party Fine Gael has called for a full apology from Ceann Comhairle John O'Donoghue over his official expenses.
Farmers Attempt To Storm FF Meeting
Protesting farmers have tried to storm the hotel where Fianna Fáil is holding its annual think-in. Security at the hotel had to temporarily lock-down this morning when up to 200 farmers surged through garda security lines shortly after 10am this morning and made their way towards the entrance.
Protesting farmers have tried to storm the hotel where Fianna Fáil is holding its annual think-in. Security at the hotel had to temporarily lock-down this morning when up to 200 farmers surged through garda security lines shortly after 10am this morning and made their way towards the entrance.
USA/NI Economic Envoy Appointed
Northern Ireland business leaders are expected to meet the new US business envoy in Belfast later today. Tipperary-born Declan Kelly was just appointed by American Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the weekend. The 41-year-old will serve as the Secretary's economic envoy to the province.
Northern Ireland business leaders are expected to meet the new US business envoy in Belfast later today. Tipperary-born Declan Kelly was just appointed by American Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the weekend. The 41-year-old will serve as the Secretary's economic envoy to the province.
Fás Board Resign
Following months of investigations, external pressure and outside scrutiny, the board at the state training agency have tendered resignations. Legislation to restructure the disastrous Fás at "the highest level" is also expected to be ready in four weeks.
Following months of investigations, external pressure and outside scrutiny, the board at the state training agency have tendered resignations. Legislation to restructure the disastrous Fás at "the highest level" is also expected to be ready in four weeks.
Delays As Donegal Bomb Tackled
A bomb has been defused in Donegal town - but only after explosives' experts took four hours to reach the scene.
A bomb has been defused in Donegal town - but only after explosives' experts took four hours to reach the scene.
Greens Push For More NAMA Adjustments
The Green Party has put forward yet further adjustments to the Government's new toxic debt agency legislation during a special weekend meeting.
The Green Party has put forward yet further adjustments to the Government's new toxic debt agency legislation during a special weekend meeting.
Cross-Border Search For Armagh Man
Concerns for the safety of an Armagh man are growing on both sides of the border today, after he went missing from his home.
Concerns for the safety of an Armagh man are growing on both sides of the border today, after he went missing from his home.
Irish News on Fri, Sep 14 2007, 6,940 days ago
Five Injured In Limerick Road Collision
Five people, including two children, have been injured in a traffic collision in Limerick. The incident happened at Rourke's Cross on the main Limerick to Charleville Road around 5:30pm on Thursday.
Five people, including two children, have been injured in a traffic collision in Limerick. The incident happened at Rourke's Cross on the main Limerick to Charleville Road around 5:30pm on Thursday.
Galway Consumers Get New Boil Notice
Water users in parts of Galway City have again been issued with a boil water notice. Residents in the Knockacarra area were instructed to boil all water used for drinking and food preparation. The notice was issued after E. Coli levels were found to be raised in water samples.
Water users in parts of Galway City have again been issued with a boil water notice. Residents in the Knockacarra area were instructed to boil all water used for drinking and food preparation. The notice was issued after E. Coli levels were found to be raised in water samples.
Protest Against Planned Motorway At Tara Valley
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has challenged the Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, to win public support for the planned M3 motorway by re-routing it away from the Tara Valley.
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has challenged the Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, to win public support for the planned M3 motorway by re-routing it away from the Tara Valley.
Northern Rock Applies For Central Bank Funding
One of the UK's largest mortgage lenders, Northern Rock, has applied for emergency funding from the Bank of England. The mortgage lender turned to the BoE as the "lender of last resort" after it struggled to raise money to fund its lending from commercial markets.
One of the UK's largest mortgage lenders, Northern Rock, has applied for emergency funding from the Bank of England. The mortgage lender turned to the BoE as the "lender of last resort" after it struggled to raise money to fund its lending from commercial markets.
Irish Companies Urged To Invest In H&S
Entrepreneur Ben Dunne has highlighted the benefits of undertaking a safety audit at a breakfast briefing hosted by Olive Safety in Dublin.
Entrepreneur Ben Dunne has highlighted the benefits of undertaking a safety audit at a breakfast briefing hosted by Olive Safety in Dublin.
Tarantino In Dublin For 'Death Proof' Premiere
Director, actor and Oscar-winning screenwriter Quentin Tarantino will be in Dublin on Friday night for the Irish premiere of his new movie 'Death Proof'.
Director, actor and Oscar-winning screenwriter Quentin Tarantino will be in Dublin on Friday night for the Irish premiere of his new movie 'Death Proof'.
Portuguese Police Examine Kate McCann's Diary
Portuguese police are reportedly examining a copy of Madeleine McCann's mother's diary as they continue to investigate the four-year-old's disappearance. The BBC reported that police are examining a photocopy of Kate McCann's private diary, as well as a laptop belonging to her husband, Gerry.
Portuguese police are reportedly examining a copy of Madeleine McCann's mother's diary as they continue to investigate the four-year-old's disappearance. The BBC reported that police are examining a photocopy of Kate McCann's private diary, as well as a laptop belonging to her husband, Gerry.
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