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Irish News on Fri, Oct 5 2018, 2,922 days ago
Woman's Body Found In The Sea Off Cliffs Of Moher
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body in the water off Co Clare. The woman's body was recovered from the sea off the Cliffs of Moher at about 5pm on Thursday 04 October.
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body in the water off Co Clare. The woman's body was recovered from the sea off the Cliffs of Moher at about 5pm on Thursday 04 October.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 5 2017, 3,287 days ago
Customers Affected By Tracker Mortgage Scandal Rises To 3,500
The number of Ulster Bank customers affected by the tracker mortgage scandal has risen from 2,000 to 3,500. At a meeting of the Oireachtas Finance Committee this morning, 05 October, Ulster Bank executives confirmed that the number of people affected by the scandal had risen.
The number of Ulster Bank customers affected by the tracker mortgage scandal has risen from 2,000 to 3,500. At a meeting of the Oireachtas Finance Committee this morning, 05 October, Ulster Bank executives confirmed that the number of people affected by the scandal had risen.
SIPTU Backs Referendum To Repeal 8th Amendment
Trade union SIPTU has announced it is backing the campaign for a referendum to repeal the 8th Amendment. Members of the organisation voted overwhelmingly in support of the motion at its Biennial Delegate Conference in Cork today, 05 October.
Trade union SIPTU has announced it is backing the campaign for a referendum to repeal the 8th Amendment. Members of the organisation voted overwhelmingly in support of the motion at its Biennial Delegate Conference in Cork today, 05 October.
Microsoft To Create 200 New Jobs In Dublin
Microsoft has announced plans to create 200 new jobs in Dublin. The new roles reflect the rapid expansion of its EMEA Inside Sales organisation and will bring Microsoft's overall employee numbers in Ireland to 2,000.
Microsoft has announced plans to create 200 new jobs in Dublin. The new roles reflect the rapid expansion of its EMEA Inside Sales organisation and will bring Microsoft's overall employee numbers in Ireland to 2,000.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 5 2016, 3,652 days ago
Finance Minister Unveils Details Of Open Data Engagement Fund
Finance Minister Eoghan Murphy has unveiled details of the Open Data Engagement Fund. The initiative has been developed in partnership with the Open Data Governance Board (ODGB). It is designed to provide support towards improving the availability and usage of data on the data.gov.ie portal.
Finance Minister Eoghan Murphy has unveiled details of the Open Data Engagement Fund. The initiative has been developed in partnership with the Open Data Governance Board (ODGB). It is designed to provide support towards improving the availability and usage of data on the data.gov.ie portal.
SF Proposals On Tourism Are "Reckless And Irresponsible" - Troy
Sinn Féin's proposals for tourism in its alternative Budget 2017 are "reckless and irresponsible", according to Fianna Fáil's Spokesperson on Tourism, Robert Troy.
Sinn Féin's proposals for tourism in its alternative Budget 2017 are "reckless and irresponsible", according to Fianna Fáil's Spokesperson on Tourism, Robert Troy.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 5 2015, 4,018 days ago
Call For Urgent Meeting Over An Post Crisis
Fianna Fáil is calling for an urgent meeting to be held over a pay dispute for sub-contract workers at An Post mail centres, which is causing major disruption to the postal services in Ireland.
Fianna Fáil is calling for an urgent meeting to be held over a pay dispute for sub-contract workers at An Post mail centres, which is causing major disruption to the postal services in Ireland.
Ammeon To Create Over 100 Jobs In Dublin
Ammeon, an Irish IT professional services company, is to create 100 new jobs in Dublin over the next year. The company which specialises in IT-based transformation projects is expanding its DevOps and Cloud Centre of Excellence in Ireland.
Ammeon, an Irish IT professional services company, is to create 100 new jobs in Dublin over the next year. The company which specialises in IT-based transformation projects is expanding its DevOps and Cloud Centre of Excellence in Ireland.
Over 240 Fines Issued To Unsafe Cyclists
Over 240 Fixed Charged Notices (FCN) have been issue to cyclists in the first two months of the introduction of the new regulations to promote better cycling behaviour. A total of 244 FCN's have been issued since the rules came into effect on 31 July this year.
Over 240 Fixed Charged Notices (FCN) have been issue to cyclists in the first two months of the introduction of the new regulations to promote better cycling behaviour. A total of 244 FCN's have been issued since the rules came into effect on 31 July this year.
Bord na Móna To No Longer Harvest Energy Peat
Bord na Móna has announced the 125,000 acres of bogland currently being used to provide energy peat to three powerstations will transition to new uses by 2030.
Bord na Móna has announced the 125,000 acres of bogland currently being used to provide energy peat to three powerstations will transition to new uses by 2030.
Female Cyclist Injured In Road Collision Dies
A female cyclist seriously injured in a road crash in Tralee has died. Gayle McConkey from Castlewood Park was involved in a collision with a car on Thursday evening.
A female cyclist seriously injured in a road crash in Tralee has died. Gayle McConkey from Castlewood Park was involved in a collision with a car on Thursday evening.
Aer Lingus Plane Makes Emergency Landing Following Technical Fault
An Aer Lingus plan carrying 181 passengers had to make an emergency landing on Monday morning. Flight EI 490 from Dublin to Faro has just taken off at Dublin Airport, however it had to turn back following a technical fault. It is the third incident this week involving an Aer Lingus plane.
An Aer Lingus plan carrying 181 passengers had to make an emergency landing on Monday morning. Flight EI 490 from Dublin to Faro has just taken off at Dublin Airport, however it had to turn back following a technical fault. It is the third incident this week involving an Aer Lingus plane.
Missing Teen Found 'Safe And Well'
A teenager who had been missing from 01 October has been found "safe and well". Sofia Morrissey was last seen at Cedar Court in Dublin on Wednesday at around 4.30pm. She was described as being 5ft 8inches tall, slim build with long brown hair and green eyes.
A teenager who had been missing from 01 October has been found "safe and well". Sofia Morrissey was last seen at Cedar Court in Dublin on Wednesday at around 4.30pm. She was described as being 5ft 8inches tall, slim build with long brown hair and green eyes.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 5 2012, 5,113 days ago
Central Bank Calls For Public Sector Reforms
A report from the Central Bank has warned that more should be done to drive down labour costs and reinforce competitiveness.
A report from the Central Bank has warned that more should be done to drive down labour costs and reinforce competitiveness.
President: Ireland Has A Lot To Learn
Michael D Higgins has said Ireland has a lot to learn from Latin America. The President is currently on a three-country tour of South America with his wife Sabina, in order to boost relations between Ireland and the Latin continent.
Michael D Higgins has said Ireland has a lot to learn from Latin America. The President is currently on a three-country tour of South America with his wife Sabina, in order to boost relations between Ireland and the Latin continent.
Taosieach Makes Time Magazine Cover
Enda Kenny features on the cover of the latest Time magazine, making him the first Irish leader to do so since Sean Lamass. The Taosieach appears on the front of the US publication with the famous 'Time' logo changed to green and a supporting headline which reads "The Celtic Comeback".
Enda Kenny features on the cover of the latest Time magazine, making him the first Irish leader to do so since Sean Lamass. The Taosieach appears on the front of the US publication with the famous 'Time' logo changed to green and a supporting headline which reads "The Celtic Comeback".
Private Funeral Held For Jill Meagher
A private funeral service has been held in Melbourne, Australia for the murdered Irishwoman Jill Meagher. The service took place in the city’s Faulkner Memorial Park and was attended by her husband and a mixture of family and friends.
A private funeral service has been held in Melbourne, Australia for the murdered Irishwoman Jill Meagher. The service took place in the city’s Faulkner Memorial Park and was attended by her husband and a mixture of family and friends.
Labour Appeals For 'Party Unity'
Chairman of the Labour Party Colm Keaveney has called for unity within his party following the resignation of junior minister Roisin Shortall. The news comes as a result of an internal email which was seen by RTÉ.
Chairman of the Labour Party Colm Keaveney has called for unity within his party following the resignation of junior minister Roisin Shortall. The news comes as a result of an internal email which was seen by RTÉ.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 5 2011, 5,479 days ago
Fresh Job Losses Announced
In a devastating blow it has been revealed that a further 1,130 jobs could be under threat in Ireland. It has been rumored that 130 jobs could be axed at Rigney Dolphin who employ around 1,000 people in three offices in Waterford, Dublin and Dundalk.
In a devastating blow it has been revealed that a further 1,130 jobs could be under threat in Ireland. It has been rumored that 130 jobs could be axed at Rigney Dolphin who employ around 1,000 people in three offices in Waterford, Dublin and Dundalk.
Government 'Talks Industry And Economy'
The Irish Republic's Government will soon begin a series of meetings to discuss the economic downturn, industrial relation matters and any solutions to these issues at a time when job uncertainty continues.
The Irish Republic's Government will soon begin a series of meetings to discuss the economic downturn, industrial relation matters and any solutions to these issues at a time when job uncertainty continues.
Welfare Fraud Crackdown Continues
An Oireachtas committee will meet today to discuss current and future proposals to tackle social welfare fraud. The Committee on Jobs, Social Protection and Education will meet will discuss ways to stop people from fraudulently claiming benefits to which they are not entitled.
An Oireachtas committee will meet today to discuss current and future proposals to tackle social welfare fraud. The Committee on Jobs, Social Protection and Education will meet will discuss ways to stop people from fraudulently claiming benefits to which they are not entitled.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 5 2010, 5,844 days ago
Credit Downgrade Looms For Ireland
Ireland's credit rating is expected to be hit with another downgrade from a European ratings agency. The State's repaying credentials have been put on review for a possible downgrade by ratings agency Moody’s after concerns over the increased budget deficit and pace of the recovery.
Ireland's credit rating is expected to be hit with another downgrade from a European ratings agency. The State's repaying credentials have been put on review for a possible downgrade by ratings agency Moody’s after concerns over the increased budget deficit and pace of the recovery.
Derry Bomb Blast Was 'Real IRA'
The dissident group, the Real IRA, has said it carried out this morning's terrorist bombing in Londonderry. The blast shook the border city of Derry which only recently won the nomination as the UK City of Culture for 2013.
The dissident group, the Real IRA, has said it carried out this morning's terrorist bombing in Londonderry. The blast shook the border city of Derry which only recently won the nomination as the UK City of Culture for 2013.
Five Arrested As Gardaí Seize Feud Weapons
Five men have been arrested in Athlone after gardaí seized weapons used in an ongoing feud among Travelling families. The men were arrested after a search of 11 premises in and around Athlone this morning.
Five men have been arrested in Athlone after gardaí seized weapons used in an ongoing feud among Travelling families. The men were arrested after a search of 11 premises in and around Athlone this morning.
Two Released After Attack On Pole
Two teenagers held in connection with an attack on a Polish man on Saturday morning have this morning been released without charge.
Two teenagers held in connection with an attack on a Polish man on Saturday morning have this morning been released without charge.
Callely Court Battle Resumes
The High Court proceedings brought by Senator Ivor Callely against his suspension from the Seanad earlier this year is to resume today. Mr Callely's law team will be petitioning the court for the disclosure of transcripts of the Seanad Committee's private hearings where his suspension was decided.
The High Court proceedings brought by Senator Ivor Callely against his suspension from the Seanad earlier this year is to resume today. Mr Callely's law team will be petitioning the court for the disclosure of transcripts of the Seanad Committee's private hearings where his suspension was decided.
Ireland At The Forefront Of Renewable Energy
Ireland is playing a lead role in Europe in adding wind power and other renewables to our energy supplies, according to a new report .
Ireland is playing a lead role in Europe in adding wind power and other renewables to our energy supplies, according to a new report .
Irish News on Mon, Oct 5 2009, 6,209 days ago
Czechs Check Ireland's Lisbon Landslide
Ireland has said 'Yes' to the controversial Lisbon Treaty during a surprising landslide victory at its second trip to the polls. Now Europe is looking to the treaty's last hurdle, the Czech Republic, who are continuing to stall their ratification of Lisbon.
Ireland has said 'Yes' to the controversial Lisbon Treaty during a surprising landslide victory at its second trip to the polls. Now Europe is looking to the treaty's last hurdle, the Czech Republic, who are continuing to stall their ratification of Lisbon.
Appeal Launched After Fatal Fire
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a fatal fire at a house in County Kildare.
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a fatal fire at a house in County Kildare.
Man Killed In Limerick Collision
A man has died following a fatal road traffic collision yesterday evening. The crash occurred at Ahabeg, Ballysimon, Limerick on the N24, at about 8.15pm. A 53-year-man was pronounced dead at the Mid-Western Regional Hospital following the collision.
A man has died following a fatal road traffic collision yesterday evening. The crash occurred at Ahabeg, Ballysimon, Limerick on the N24, at about 8.15pm. A 53-year-man was pronounced dead at the Mid-Western Regional Hospital following the collision.
Some 500 Bord Na Móna Jobs In Jeopardy
Some 500 Bord Na Móna workers are fearing for their jobs as news of extended closures to Offaly and Longford power stations emerged. It was confirmed today the two power stations in the midlands would be closed for prolonged periods during the next two years.
Some 500 Bord Na Móna workers are fearing for their jobs as news of extended closures to Offaly and Longford power stations emerged. It was confirmed today the two power stations in the midlands would be closed for prolonged periods during the next two years.
Opposition Circle Ceann Comhairle Over Claims
The leaders of the main opposition parties have a attack on the Ceann Comhairle over new revelations about his expenses.
The leaders of the main opposition parties have a attack on the Ceann Comhairle over new revelations about his expenses.
Brown In Belfast For Policing Talks
British PM, Gordon Brown has arrived in Northern Ireland to hold further talks on the devolution of policing and justice powers. Mr Brown travelled to the province amid simmering tensions between Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness.
British PM, Gordon Brown has arrived in Northern Ireland to hold further talks on the devolution of policing and justice powers. Mr Brown travelled to the province amid simmering tensions between Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness.
Dissident's Death In Custody Probed
A post mortem examination will be carried out later on the body of a Derry man who died in police custody at the weekend. Forty-year-old John Brady, a convicted republican, was arrested over an alleged assault on Friday night.
A post mortem examination will be carried out later on the body of a Derry man who died in police custody at the weekend. Forty-year-old John Brady, a convicted republican, was arrested over an alleged assault on Friday night.
Donegal Crew Tackles Derry Tyre Blaze
More than 70 fire-figthers - including crews from Donegal - have been fighting to control a huge fire in a tyre factory in Co Londonderry. It started at the Campsie Industrial Estate in Eglinton and involved some 50,000 tyres in the blaze.
More than 70 fire-figthers - including crews from Donegal - have been fighting to control a huge fire in a tyre factory in Co Londonderry. It started at the Campsie Industrial Estate in Eglinton and involved some 50,000 tyres in the blaze.
Irish News on Fri, Oct 5 2007, 6,940 days ago
€10,000 Reward Offered For Athlone Serial Attacker
A reward of €10,000 has been offered in a bid to catch the man who is believed to be behind three recent attacks on women in Athlone. Three women have been attacked in the area in the past eight weeks at Bonavalley Bridge in Athlone, near the Institute of Technology.
A reward of €10,000 has been offered in a bid to catch the man who is believed to be behind three recent attacks on women in Athlone. Three women have been attacked in the area in the past eight weeks at Bonavalley Bridge in Athlone, near the Institute of Technology.
Armed Robbery On Dublin Petrol Station
A gang has escaped with a substantial amount of money following a robbery at a petrol station in north Dublin this morning. A cash-in-transit van was held up by three men as it was making a delivery to an ATM on the Ballymun Road, just before 7am.
A gang has escaped with a substantial amount of money following a robbery at a petrol station in north Dublin this morning. A cash-in-transit van was held up by three men as it was making a delivery to an ATM on the Ballymun Road, just before 7am.
British Midlands Rules Out Shannon Service
British Midlands has ruled out taking over the Aer Lingus service between Shannon and Heathrow, it has been confirmed. The Shannon Airport Authority (SAA) said that the decision was due to the airline's recent announcement that it was planning to operate 18 new services from Heathrow.
British Midlands has ruled out taking over the Aer Lingus service between Shannon and Heathrow, it has been confirmed. The Shannon Airport Authority (SAA) said that the decision was due to the airline's recent announcement that it was planning to operate 18 new services from Heathrow.
Mountjoy Prison Cell Fire
A fire broke out in a cell at Dublin's Mountjoy Prison on Thursday night, according to reports. It is understood that a prisoner had set fire to a cell. However, it is believed that prison staff and fire crews were able to contain the fire quickly. No-one was injured in the incident.
A fire broke out in a cell at Dublin's Mountjoy Prison on Thursday night, according to reports. It is understood that a prisoner had set fire to a cell. However, it is believed that prison staff and fire crews were able to contain the fire quickly. No-one was injured in the incident.
Fire At Galway Tyre Depot
A fire broke out at a tyre depot in Galway city on Thursday evening. Six units of the local fire brigade were called to tackle the blaze, which broke out at the depot on the Ballybane Industrial Estate around 7pm.
A fire broke out at a tyre depot in Galway city on Thursday evening. Six units of the local fire brigade were called to tackle the blaze, which broke out at the depot on the Ballybane Industrial Estate around 7pm.
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