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Irish News on Fri, Jul 20 2018, 2,922 days ago
Govt Accused Of 'Failing To Properly Resource The Home Care Scheme'
The government has been accused of "failing to properly resource the Home Care Scheme", by Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North Frank O'Rourke.
The government has been accused of "failing to properly resource the Home Care Scheme", by Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North Frank O'Rourke.
Housing Crisis Must Be Looked At In Totality
Fine Gael have hit back at Sinn Féin following accusations that "Rebuilding Ireland is not working". TD Maria Bailey has said that the housing shortfall cannot be resolved by throwing money at the issue, "as some of the Opposition parties would try to have the public believe".
Fine Gael have hit back at Sinn Féin following accusations that "Rebuilding Ireland is not working". TD Maria Bailey has said that the housing shortfall cannot be resolved by throwing money at the issue, "as some of the Opposition parties would try to have the public believe".
Irish News on Thu, Jul 20 2017, 3,287 days ago
Govt Urged To Act On 'Severe Competitiveness Deficits'
The latest National Competitiveness Council (NCC) Scorecard should force the Government to act on the severe competitiveness deficits in the Irish economy, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation, Niall Collins, has said.
The latest National Competitiveness Council (NCC) Scorecard should force the Government to act on the severe competitiveness deficits in the Irish economy, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation, Niall Collins, has said.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 20 2016, 3,652 days ago
One In Eight Children Living In Consistent Child Poverty - Report
The number of children living in child poverty has almost doubled during the recession, according to a new survey. The report from think-tank TASC showed that one in eight children are now living in consistent poverty.
The number of children living in child poverty has almost doubled during the recession, according to a new survey. The report from think-tank TASC showed that one in eight children are now living in consistent poverty.
Union To Ballot After Labour Court Recommends 8.25% Pay Rise For Dublin Bus Drivers
SIPTU union members at Dublin Bus are expected to hold a ballot over a Labour Court recommendation to accept or reject a pay offer before the end of next week. The Labour Court recommended that Dublin Bus drivers receive an 8.25% pay rise over the next three years.
SIPTU union members at Dublin Bus are expected to hold a ballot over a Labour Court recommendation to accept or reject a pay offer before the end of next week. The Labour Court recommended that Dublin Bus drivers receive an 8.25% pay rise over the next three years.
Minister Called To 'Speed Up' Medical Card Process
Sinn Féin is calling on the Health Minister to speed up the process after it was confirmed that children with disabilities and sick children will received medical cards based on their needs.
Sinn Féin is calling on the Health Minister to speed up the process after it was confirmed that children with disabilities and sick children will received medical cards based on their needs.
Ten Adverts In Breach Of ASAI Code
Ten adverts have been found in breach of the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland's (ASAI) Code on grounds relating to Misleading Advertising and Alcohol Advertising. The advertisements related to the internet, social media, print and radio.
Ten adverts have been found in breach of the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland's (ASAI) Code on grounds relating to Misleading Advertising and Alcohol Advertising. The advertisements related to the internet, social media, print and radio.
IPU Welcomes Announcement To Reduce Price Of Medicines
The Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) has welcomed the agreement between IPHA and the Government to reduce the price of medicines. However, the IPU expressed concern at the short lead-in time, which will mean that pharmacists with existing stocks will be financially hit.
The Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) has welcomed the agreement between IPHA and the Government to reduce the price of medicines. However, the IPU expressed concern at the short lead-in time, which will mean that pharmacists with existing stocks will be financially hit.
Ireland Weather: Hot And Humid Conditions Expected
The weather is expected to be humid and cloudy in some parts of Ireland today, 20 July. It is to brighten up in most places this afternoon with sunny spells, however there may be a few showers in the western counties.
The weather is expected to be humid and cloudy in some parts of Ireland today, 20 July. It is to brighten up in most places this afternoon with sunny spells, however there may be a few showers in the western counties.
SDLP: Assurances Needed For No New Border Across The Island
The Home Office and Northern Ireland Office has been called to engage with the Irish Government and NI political parties to give firm assurances that there will be no new border across the island.
The Home Office and Northern Ireland Office has been called to engage with the Irish Government and NI political parties to give firm assurances that there will be no new border across the island.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 20 2015, 4,018 days ago
FF Calls For Dedicated Garda Transport Unit
Fianna Fáil is calling for a dedicated Garda Transport Unit following the disturbance to DART services caused by a brawl on the train on Sunday evening. A row broke out on a northbound train at Salthill and Monkstown stations, causing DART services to be suspended for over 40 minutes.
Fianna Fáil is calling for a dedicated Garda Transport Unit following the disturbance to DART services caused by a brawl on the train on Sunday evening. A row broke out on a northbound train at Salthill and Monkstown stations, causing DART services to be suspended for over 40 minutes.
Woman Dies Following Crash In Co Wexford
A woman in her early 70's has died following a collision at Knockmore, Caim, Co Wexford, on Saturday at around 9.45am. The woman was killed when the car she was driving collided with a ditch. The road was closed for a Garda Forensic Collision Examination, however it has been re-opened.
A woman in her early 70's has died following a collision at Knockmore, Caim, Co Wexford, on Saturday at around 9.45am. The woman was killed when the car she was driving collided with a ditch. The road was closed for a Garda Forensic Collision Examination, however it has been re-opened.
Ibec Slams Proposals By The Low Pay Commission
Ibec has slammed plans by the Low Pay Commission for a 50c increase in the national minimum wage. The group, which represents Irish business, said the case is at odds with all the economic evidence. It also said the increase would heap pressure on companies still struggling to stay in business.
Ibec has slammed plans by the Low Pay Commission for a 50c increase in the national minimum wage. The group, which represents Irish business, said the case is at odds with all the economic evidence. It also said the increase would heap pressure on companies still struggling to stay in business.
Man Jailed For Nine Years For Killing Irishman In Australia
A man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for murdering Irishman Thomas Keaney in Australia. Thomas, 23, died after a one punch attack in 2013. He suffered a serious brain injury after falling and hitting his head on the pavement. Abbas Yahya Al Jrood was jailed in Australia.
A man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for murdering Irishman Thomas Keaney in Australia. Thomas, 23, died after a one punch attack in 2013. He suffered a serious brain injury after falling and hitting his head on the pavement. Abbas Yahya Al Jrood was jailed in Australia.
Three Arrested Following Stabbing Attack In Dublin
Gardai have arrested three people after three people were stabbed at a house in Dublin on Sunday night. The incident occurred on the South Circular Road just before 10pm. One man is believed to be suffering serious injuries, however they are not believed to be life threatening.
Gardai have arrested three people after three people were stabbed at a house in Dublin on Sunday night. The incident occurred on the South Circular Road just before 10pm. One man is believed to be suffering serious injuries, however they are not believed to be life threatening.
Gardai Renew Appeal To Trace Breda Delaney, 72
Gardaí are renewing their appeal for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 72 year old Breda Delaney, missing from her home at Avondale Court, Blackrock, Dublin. Breda was last seen at her home at approximately 3.30am, Saturday 11 July 2015.
Gardaí are renewing their appeal for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 72 year old Breda Delaney, missing from her home at Avondale Court, Blackrock, Dublin. Breda was last seen at her home at approximately 3.30am, Saturday 11 July 2015.
Motorcyclist Killed On M50
A motorcyclist has been killed on the M50 in Dublin on Sunday night. The incident occurred on the M50 Northbound at Junction 6 at around 9.30pm. The man in his 30s died when his motorbike collided with a crash barrier. The road has been re-opened.
A motorcyclist has been killed on the M50 in Dublin on Sunday night. The incident occurred on the M50 Northbound at Junction 6 at around 9.30pm. The man in his 30s died when his motorbike collided with a crash barrier. The road has been re-opened.
Irish News on Fri, Jul 20 2012, 5,113 days ago
Ulster Bank Begins To Correct Charges
Ulster Bank has began to correct and reverse fees and charges to customers effected by the technical issues at the bank, which started on 19th June. Earlier this week, the bank said it would announce details on how to address "out of pocket expenses".
Ulster Bank has began to correct and reverse fees and charges to customers effected by the technical issues at the bank, which started on 19th June. Earlier this week, the bank said it would announce details on how to address "out of pocket expenses".
Arrest Warrant Issued For Nephew Of Sean Quinn
An arrest warrant has been issued for the arrest of businessman Sean Quinns nephew after he failed to appear in court. All efforts to contact Peter Darragh Quinn this morning were unsuccessful. Quinn, his son and Darragh were found to be in contempt of court in June this year.
An arrest warrant has been issued for the arrest of businessman Sean Quinns nephew after he failed to appear in court. All efforts to contact Peter Darragh Quinn this morning were unsuccessful. Quinn, his son and Darragh were found to be in contempt of court in June this year.
Death By Misadventure Verdict For Homeless Pair Found In Canal
Dublin Coroners Court has returned a verdict of death by misadventure for a homeless couple who were found drowned in the Grand Canal in Dublin. The court heard how the pair had been injecting cocaine and were with another man on the morning they were last seen.
Dublin Coroners Court has returned a verdict of death by misadventure for a homeless couple who were found drowned in the Grand Canal in Dublin. The court heard how the pair had been injecting cocaine and were with another man on the morning they were last seen.
Funding Allocated For New Social Housing
The government have allocated some €100m in funding for the building of 808 new social houses over the next two years. The houses will be the last built under the current government and will largely be used to house the homeless, elderly and people with disabilities.
The government have allocated some €100m in funding for the building of 808 new social houses over the next two years. The houses will be the last built under the current government and will largely be used to house the homeless, elderly and people with disabilities.
Dail Watchdog To Investigate Alleged Verbal Abuse
A Dail watchdog is expected to investigate an incident involving Independent TD Luke 'Ming' Flanagan and Ceann Comhairle Sean Barrett. Witnesses are alleged to have seen Mr Flanagan verbally abused Mr Barrett and called him a disgrace.
A Dail watchdog is expected to investigate an incident involving Independent TD Luke 'Ming' Flanagan and Ceann Comhairle Sean Barrett. Witnesses are alleged to have seen Mr Flanagan verbally abused Mr Barrett and called him a disgrace.
Eight Years For Off-License Robbery And Assault
A man, who terrorised an elderly off-licence owner and struck him with a hammer, has been given an eight-year sentence. Judge Martin Nolan said the owner’s age, 70, must have been obvious to the raiders and that striking him with a hammer was a “gross act of violence”.
A man, who terrorised an elderly off-licence owner and struck him with a hammer, has been given an eight-year sentence. Judge Martin Nolan said the owner’s age, 70, must have been obvious to the raiders and that striking him with a hammer was a “gross act of violence”.
Mother Denies Telling Daughter Fathers Abuse Was 'Not That Bad'
The mother of a woman abused by her father from the age of two to 12 has denied encouraging her daughter not to tell anyone about it. Gerard Smith was sentenced in 2006 to six years' imprisonment, with a further two suspended, after he had pleaded guilty to five sample charges.
The mother of a woman abused by her father from the age of two to 12 has denied encouraging her daughter not to tell anyone about it. Gerard Smith was sentenced in 2006 to six years' imprisonment, with a further two suspended, after he had pleaded guilty to five sample charges.
Irish News on Wed, Jul 20 2011, 5,479 days ago
Shatter Receives Garda Report On Donegal Child Abuse Case
The Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence has received Preliminary information from An Garda Síochána regarding a child abuse case in Donegal.
The Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence has received Preliminary information from An Garda Síochána regarding a child abuse case in Donegal.
Support To The Tune Of €60,000 For National Concert Hall
The Community Foundation for Ireland have committed a spend of €60,000 in support of the National Concert Hall’s three year music programme. Entitled ‘Kid’s Classics’, the programme will run in three Children’s Hospitals in Dublin.
The Community Foundation for Ireland have committed a spend of €60,000 in support of the National Concert Hall’s three year music programme. Entitled ‘Kid’s Classics’, the programme will run in three Children’s Hospitals in Dublin.
Garland Extradition 'Death Sentence'
Three of the country's leading trade unionists have issued a statement opposing efforts by the United States to extradite veteran republican socialist Sean Garland.
Three of the country's leading trade unionists have issued a statement opposing efforts by the United States to extradite veteran republican socialist Sean Garland.
€7bn European Funding Welcomed
The announcement by European Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn that nearly €7 billion funding is to be made available for research projects throughout Europe has been welcomed by Minister Sherlock.
The announcement by European Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn that nearly €7 billion funding is to be made available for research projects throughout Europe has been welcomed by Minister Sherlock.
Shareholders Address Irish Life Recapitalisation
Irish Life and Permanent shareholders have met this morning to address a recapitalisation plan for the bank. Shareholders are to consider accepting a government cash injection worth €3.8bn, which would mean the government owning 99%.
Irish Life and Permanent shareholders have met this morning to address a recapitalisation plan for the bank. Shareholders are to consider accepting a government cash injection worth €3.8bn, which would mean the government owning 99%.
Arrest Follows Latest Belfast Stabbing
A 24-year-old old man has been stabbed in the neck and hands in Belfast city centre. He was attacked in Skipper Street on Tuesday evening.
A 24-year-old old man has been stabbed in the neck and hands in Belfast city centre. He was attacked in Skipper Street on Tuesday evening.
Guinness Arthur's Day Pours Into Irish Cities
Guinness has announced Arthur's Day will return this year, with celebrations now taking place in Belfast as well as Dublin, Cork and Limerick this September.
Guinness has announced Arthur's Day will return this year, with celebrations now taking place in Belfast as well as Dublin, Cork and Limerick this September.
Irish News on Tue, Jul 20 2010, 5,844 days ago
'Lethal Force' Intruders Bill Heard
The Department of Justice has published a criminal law bill, which could see homeowners permitted to use lethal force against intruders.
The Department of Justice has published a criminal law bill, which could see homeowners permitted to use lethal force against intruders.
Man, 24, Gets Life For Galway Murder
A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his Czech female friend in Connemara in Galway two years ago.
A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his Czech female friend in Connemara in Galway two years ago.
Rent-To-Buy Scheme Unveiled
Dublin City Council is to unveil a 'rent-to-buy' scheme for affordable housing units today. It is the first time such a scheme will be offered by a local authority, the council said. Under the scheme tenants agree a fixed price to purchase the home with the council.
Dublin City Council is to unveil a 'rent-to-buy' scheme for affordable housing units today. It is the first time such a scheme will be offered by a local authority, the council said. Under the scheme tenants agree a fixed price to purchase the home with the council.
Failings During Severe Weather Found
An Oireachtas committee has criticised the co-ordination and management during the winter's severe weather conditions.
An Oireachtas committee has criticised the co-ordination and management during the winter's severe weather conditions.
Ash Cloud Cuts Ryanair Profits
Ryanair has reported the recent ash cloud from the Icelandic volcano caused a 24% fall in its profits during the first three months of its financial. The disruptions caused by the volcanic ash cloud meant its net profit for the period from March to the end of June was €93.
Ryanair has reported the recent ash cloud from the Icelandic volcano caused a 24% fall in its profits during the first three months of its financial. The disruptions caused by the volcanic ash cloud meant its net profit for the period from March to the end of June was €93.
North 'Not London': Says Attwood
There has been a claim today that London-imposed welfare reforms 'won't work in the North'. Stormont Social Development Minister Alex Attwood has met with Lord Freud at Westminster who is responsible for the Welfare Forum.
There has been a claim today that London-imposed welfare reforms 'won't work in the North'. Stormont Social Development Minister Alex Attwood has met with Lord Freud at Westminster who is responsible for the Welfare Forum.
Windmill Lane Opens 'Lock Out'
Irish film post production firm, Windmill Lane Pictures, is currently creating a new film visual effects facility in Sandyford to carry out 'post' work on Lock Out [working title], a new sci-fi feature film that is to start shooting in Belgrade towards the end of the year.
Irish film post production firm, Windmill Lane Pictures, is currently creating a new film visual effects facility in Sandyford to carry out 'post' work on Lock Out [working title], a new sci-fi feature film that is to start shooting in Belgrade towards the end of the year.
Irish News on Mon, Jul 20 2009, 6,209 days ago
Four Dead In Two Days Of Road Carnage
Four people have died in a series of separate road collisions over the past two days. In Fermoy, County Cork last night, a male pedestrian in his 50s was killed after a vehicle collided with him. He was pronounced dead at the scene and was conveyed to Cork University Hospital.
Four people have died in a series of separate road collisions over the past two days. In Fermoy, County Cork last night, a male pedestrian in his 50s was killed after a vehicle collided with him. He was pronounced dead at the scene and was conveyed to Cork University Hospital.
Cynicism Over Abortion Assurances 'Complete Fabrication'
The government has called the doubts raised over the EU assurances on abortion in Ireland by pro-life groups a "complete fabrication" in it's latest public statement on the matter.
The government has called the doubts raised over the EU assurances on abortion in Ireland by pro-life groups a "complete fabrication" in it's latest public statement on the matter.
£50m Bid To Boost Sustainable Transport
A €50m national competition aimed at funding and delivering innovative examples of sustainable travel in urban and rural areas across Ireland has been launched.
A €50m national competition aimed at funding and delivering innovative examples of sustainable travel in urban and rural areas across Ireland has been launched.
Harney Opens Dublin Factory
A new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Dublin has been officially opened by the Health Minister Mary Harney . It which will house one of Japan's largest pharmaceutical firms.
A new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Dublin has been officially opened by the Health Minister Mary Harney . It which will house one of Japan's largest pharmaceutical firms.
Ashes Author McCourt Dies
Best-selling novelist Frank McCourt has lost his battle with cancer. The 78-year-old author, best known for writing Angela's Ashes, died in New York while receiving hospice care.
Best-selling novelist Frank McCourt has lost his battle with cancer. The 78-year-old author, best known for writing Angela's Ashes, died in New York while receiving hospice care.
Rovers In For A 'Real' Challenge
Tallaght football club, Shamrock Rovers, will be playing what could be their best and worst game of their lives tonight, as they take on one of the world's most expensive teams, Real Madrid in Dublin.
Tallaght football club, Shamrock Rovers, will be playing what could be their best and worst game of their lives tonight, as they take on one of the world's most expensive teams, Real Madrid in Dublin.
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Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Dry at first with some hazy evening sunshine. It will gradually cloud over from the north through the evening and overnight with the odd spot of light rain. Minimum temperature 12 °C.