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Irish News on Fri, Feb 2 2018, 2,922 days ago

O'Reilly Calls For Politicians To Be Fully Informed On 8th Amendment Debate
Sinn Féin's Health Spokesperson, Deputy Louise O'Reilly, has said it is "not good enough to have a superficial knowledge" on the 8th Amendment debate. Teachta O'Reilly called on politicians to be fully informed of the facts in the lead up to the upcoming 8th Amendment Referendum.
Ireland To Double Funding For Global Partnership For Education
Ireland is to double its funding to the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) over the next three years. The GPE supports 65 developing countries to ensure that every child receives a quality basic education.
Change In Recruitment Policy For Future Tusla Early Years Inspectors
An agreement has been reached to change the recruitment policy for future Tusla Early Years Inspector.

Irish News on Thu, Feb 2 2017, 3,287 days ago

Taoiseach Launches 'Ireland 2040 – Our Plan' Consultation
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has launched a major national consultation for the preparation of a strategic planning and development framework for Ireland until 2040.
Sinn Féin Backs Call For Round The Clock Crisis Intervention Services
Sinn Féin has backed a call by campaign group Uplift for 24/7 crisis intervention services within the Mental Health sector.

Irish News on Tue, Feb 2 2016, 3,653 days ago

Taoiseach To Call General Election Tomorrow
Taoiseach Enda Kenny is expected to dissolve the Dáil tomorrow, 03 February, and call the general election, according to reports. Mr Kenny met with Tánaiste Joan Burton today, Tuesday, and polling is most likely to take place on Friday, 26 February.
IMO To Take Legal Action Against HSE
The Irish Medical Organisation (IMO) is to take legal action against the HSE on behalf of Interns, Senior House Officers and Registrars. The IMO is seeking to compel the HSE to honour agreements to pay an agreed Living Out Allowance of €3,182 per year.
USI To Launch 'Say Something' Card
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) is to launch the 'Say Something' card today, 01 February. The card was developed by USI from research funded by Cosc and the Department of Justice and Equality.
Man Dies After Being Struck By Car In Co Galway
A 66-year-old pedestrian has died after he was hit by a car in Co Galway. The accident happened shortly after 12.30am on Monday on the N18. The vehicle also struck a parked Garda car and two officers who were outside the car were injured.
NBRU Members At Bus Éireann Vote In Favour Of Industrial Action
Member of the National Bus and Railworkers' Union (NBRU) at Bus Éireann have voted in favour of industrial action over anticipated Expressway changes.
Formal Complaint Lodged Over Erection Of Election Posters
South Dublin County Council has received a formal complaint over the illegal erection of election posters. It has been reported that election posters on behalf of Joanna Tuffy TD had been erected in the Clondalkin and Lucan area on Monday night.
Irish Woman Dies In Yachting Incident
An Irish woman has died in a yachting incident on the western coast of South Africa. A Scottish man who was also travelling on the yacht has also died. The body of the man, 61, was found at the scene and the 49-year-old woman's body has also been recovered.

Irish News on Mon, Feb 2 2015, 4,018 days ago

Investigation Launched Into Dublin Body Find
The body of a man has been found at a house in Dublin. Garda said that the body, of a male aged in his 40s, was found when someone called to the house on Glendhu Road in Cabra at about 16:00 on Sunday.
Standard Charge To Be Applied To Those Who Miss Irish Water Deadline
Those who do not register with Irish Water before the deadline passes at midnight tonight will be charged at the rate of a two-adult household - £260. Irish Water said that while no penalties would be imposed on those who miss the deadline, they could face higher charges.
DCC To Vote On 'Love Ulster' March
Dublin City Council is to vote on a controversial "Love Ulster" march planned for the city next month. The march has been arranged by Northern Irish "Loyalist campaigner" Willie Frazer.
Three Arrested After Co Carlow Car Chase
Gardaí have arrested three men in Co Carlow following a chase when the car failed to stop at a checkpoint. It is understood that the incident happened just after midnight on the N80 in Clonegal. Garda gave chase as the car made off towards Carlow town.
100 New Garda Recruits Start Training
One hundred new garda recruits have begun their training at Garda College, marking the third intake of new officers in a matter of months.
Govt Announce Dairy Industry Investment
The government has announced an investment of €35m in two dairy processing innovation facilities. The money will be invested in a new Dairy Processing Technology Centre and an upgrade of an existing testing plant.
Sinn Féin Accuse Govt Of 'Ignoring Impact Of Destructive Policies'
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has accused the Taoiseach of ignoring the impact of destructive policies. Mr Adams was commenting after Enda Kenny gave an interview on Sunday to RTÉ Radio. Mr Adams said: "The Taoiseach's interview today was all about the next General Election.

Irish News on Thu, Feb 2 2012, 5,114 days ago

Fatal Shooting In Finglas
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a fatal shooting in the Finglas area of Dublin. Gardai in Finglas said they are investigating the fatal shooting that occurred inside a public house on Barry Road, Finglas at approximately 1am on Wednesday.
Man Shot In Face In Blanchardstown
A man has been arrested after another man was discovered with a firearms injury to his face in Blanchardstown. Garda said that the discovery of the injured man was the result of a 999 call to Gardaí who went to a house on Whitestown Avenue where it was reported that a shooting had occurred.
Car Collision Sparks Waterford Blaze
An investigation has been launched into a collision in County Waterford that led to a car going on fire and the death of its driver. Gardai in Tramore said they are investigating the two vehicle Fatal Road Traffic Collision on the N25 at Ballyshunnock, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford on Wednesday.
Quinn Family Mount IBRC Challenge
A challenge by businessman Sean Quinn's family to a claim they are liable to repay loans of over €2 billion to the former Anglo Irish Bank begins in the High Court in Dublin today. Mr Quinn's wife, Patricia, and his five children are claiming they are not liable to repay the €2.
Labour Senator Apologises For Tweets
A Labour Party Senator in Donegal has apologised for comments he made on Twitter over a newspaper story that later appeared to be untrue.
VHI Healthcare To Increase Premiums By Average Of 9%
Ireland's largest health insurance firm have announced an increase of up to 12.5% in the cost of their premiums from the start of next month. VHI Healthcare announced it will increase its prices by an average of 9% next month with increases ranging from 6% –12.5%.
Mini Budget More Likely - SF
Sinn Fein have said the downward growth forecast by Ireland's Central Bank means a mini-budget is more likely. Speaking in response to today’s Central Bank growth forecast downgrade Sinn Féin's Pearse Doherty said that the downgrade demonstrated that "once again that austerity not working".
Byrne Welcomes End Of Supplementary Welfare Allowance
Fine Gael has welcomed the decision by the Minister for Social Protection to overhaul the supplementary welfare allowance and exceptional needs payments, which could see an end to the communion and confirmation payments.
Stop Tax On Charity Texts – FF
Mobile phone providers have been incorrectly charging VAT on charitable donations made via text message, Fianna Fáil's Deputy Leader has said.

Irish News on Wed, Feb 2 2011, 5,479 days ago

Election Campaigns Spring Into Action
The main Irish political parties have launched their election campaigns this morning, each toting a new message, and even a new look.
Live Register Falls
The number of people claiming unemployment benefit in Ireland fell by 6,900 in January to 439,200, according to seasonally adjusted figures this morning.
Diplomat Expulsion Prompts Russian Retribution
A Russian diplomat has been expelled from the country's embassy in Ireland after its spies were identified using stolen Irish passports.
Police Hit By Drugs Scandal
Three members of the PSNI have resigned after they failed drugs tests - and a Garda has been questioned over a Dublin drugs ring.
Eight Arrested Over Finglas Shooting
Some eight arrests have been made in Dublin today, in connection with a shooting incident in the area on December 30.
Aer Lingus Criticised After Flight Cancellations
Aer Lingus is coming under increasing pressure from the main political parties as it announces a further 22 flight cancellations today.
Suicide Prioritised By Stormont First Minister
The continuing tragedy of suicides in the North was at the top of the agenda as First Minister Peter Robinson and the Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness met representatives of the Colin Neighbourhood Partnership on the issue.

Irish News on Tue, Feb 2 2010, 5,844 days ago

Mountain Body Post Mortem Details Witheld
A Gardaí spokesman has said details from the post mortem carried out on the human remains found in the Dublin mountains yesterday will not be made public.
Ex Priest Jailed Over Child Sex Abuse
A former Catholic priest has been jailed in Dublin today after years of running from allegations of abuse against a young boy.
Four Held Over Doherty Murder
A woman in her 40s is among four people arrested in connection with the murder of Wayne Doherty, Gardaí have revealed today. Gardai made the arrests this morning in relation to the Murder of Wayne Doherty in July at Hartstown, Dublin 15 last year.
Cork To See Airline Expansions
Aer Lingus and Ryanair have today both announced plans for increased services from Cork this summer.
DUP Mulls Over Northern Justice Deal
The North's DUP leader Peter Robinson is expected to seek unanimous support for a justice deal within his party. Mr Robinson met with the DUP Assembly group yesterday, amid mounting speculation an agreement between the unionist party and Sinn Fein was on the cusp of being signed.
Soccer 3D 'Beer Goggles' Revealed
Soccer fans have enjoyed one of the the first public opportunities to actually see 3D TV in action as thousands watched weekend football on special screens in pubs across the British Isles.
Appeals Follow Cash In Transit Robberies
Two separate cash in transit robberies that took place yesterday have sparked appeals for witnesses to come forward.
Appeal Launched For Missing Giirl
An appeal has been launched after a teenage girl went missing from her home in County Monaghan. Gardai at Castleblaney Garda Station said they are "very concerned" for Sandra Shultz's safety and currently trying to trace the whereabouts of the 15-year-old.

Irish News on Mon, Feb 2 2009, 6,209 days ago

Pipe Bomb Defused In Dublin
Army bomb disposal experts have carried out a controlled explosion on a pipe bomb hidden underneath a car in west Dublin. In just the latest such incident, gardaí were alerted to the device in Ballyfermot at around 8.30am on Monday.
Ireland Set For Big Freeze After Downpours
While England is being crippled by severe overnight snow falls, the Irish Republic has been battling with the impact of flooding yesterday - and it looks like there's heavy snow and frost to follow.
Taxi Protestors Hail Regulator
Dublin taxi drivers are today staging protests urging a clamp-down of the issuing of taxi licences. The drivers are making their voices known at Dublin Airport, at the Dail and at the office of the Taxi Regulator in Dublin as part of the campaign.
Director Back At Work As FAS Advertising Agency Dealings Probed
A leading civil servant was due back at his desk today following investigations into how a major state-run department was controlled. Greg Craig, Director of Corporate Affairs at the state training agency, will resume duties after management decided to revoke his suspension.
Government Of National Unity Can 'Beat Recession', Says Media Mogul
The Irish economic crisis has reached such a point that one opinion-former has called for an emergency government of 'national unity' to be set up. Niall FitzGerald, the Irish Deputy Chairman of media giant Thomson Reuters said there's "a very strong case" for the political parties to unite.
Ruane Plan For Poorer Children To Access North's Grammar Schools
Children entitled to free school meals are to make up at least 20% of all those being admitted to grammar schools in the North. The news comes as Stormont Education Minister Caitríona Ruane issued guidelines on the transfer of pupils from primary schools from 2010.
North Players Boost Irish Rugby Squad
Five of the North's top names have all made it onto the final 27 man Irish squad to face France next weekend.
Flogas Announces Nationwide Expansion Plans
Flogas has announced plans to roll out a natural gas service for commercial customers throughout Ireland, following a successful pilot launch in the North-East. Nature's Best in Drogheda was its first customer and in the past six months, the company has saved 35% on its natural gas bills.
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