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Irish News on Thu, Dec 15 2022, 1,096 days ago

Win A Portuguese Villa With McKinney Competitions
McKinney Competitions are offering the chance to win 3-bedroom villa in Portugal.
21 Projects Shortlisted For New £10m Belfast City Council Fund
A range of tourism, environmental and economic projects have been shortlisted for a new £10 million capital fund from Belfast City Council.
Lufthansa Offers NI's First Direct Flights To Germany
Lufthansa has announced Northern Ireland's first and only direct air link to Germany from April 2023. The airline, which is one of Europe's largest, is entering the Northern Irish market for the first time and will operate flights from Belfast City Airport to Frankfurt, Germany.
NI Act Must Be Updated To Remove Designations – Alliance
The Northern Ireland Act must be updated to remove designations in the Assembly, Alliance Communities Spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said, following the release of a major report which she said presents an opportunity to deal with gaps in equality law.
New NI Debt Respite Scheme Under Consideration
The Department for Communities has issued a call for evidence to explore the establishment of a debt respite scheme in Northern Ireland.

Irish News on Fri, Dec 15 2017, 2,922 days ago

Vacant Commercial Premises Proposed For Use As Housing
Proposals to use vacant commercial premises to tackle the housing shortage have been brought forward by the Minister for Housing, Eoghan Murphy. The proposal is part of exempted development regulations previously laid before the Houses of the Oireachtas.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 15 2015, 3,653 days ago

Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Accident
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision in Dundalk on Thursday, 10 December. A 69-year-old man died in hospital following the collision on the Inner Relief Road in Dundalk at about 17:00, garda have reported.
Fianna Fáil Pledge To Tackle 'Scourge Of Crime In Dublin'
Fianna Fáil has pledged to "tackle the scourge of crime in Dublin", the party's justice spokesperson, Niall Collins, has announced.
New Interactive Tourism Project Launches In Dublin
A new interactive tourism project has launched in Dublin and Fine Gael's Dublin South Central TD, Catherine Byrne, said it will help bring the city's history alive for locals and visitors alike.
EU Foreign Ministers Discuss Counter Terrorism And Eastern Partnership
EU Foreign Ministers have met in Brussels to discuss counter terrorism, Libya, Iraq and the Eastern Partnership.
Capital Funding Announced For Malin Head Development
Almost €400,000 in capital funding has been announced for a development at Malin Head, Ireland's most northerly point on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Agriculture Sector 'Can And Will Do More' On Climate Change
Ireland's agricultural sector "can and will do more" on climate change, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, has said. The Minister made the comment while welcoming the "historic" Paris climate change agreement at a Farm Europe conference in Brussels.
Two Arrested Following Finglas Drug Find
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with a heroin seizure in Dublin on Monday. Officers from Garda Drugs Unit carried out a planned search at a house in Ratoath Drive, Finglas, Dublin 11. During the search heroin worth an estimated street value of €40,000 was seized.
Appeal Issued After Shooting Incident In Bray
Gardaí in Bray have appealed for information following a shooting incident in Greystones on Saturday, 12 December. It is understood that shots were fired during an incident at Farrankelly Road at about 11:10 on Saturday. A number of men are believed to have been involved.
Sinn Féin Launches 'Comprehensive' Universal Healthcare Plan
Sinn Féin has published a "comprehensive plan" to deliver universal healthcare, the party's Health Spokesperson, Caoimhghin Ó Caoláin, has announced. Speaking at an event to launch the proposal, Deputy Ó Caoláin said: "Today we launch our plan for universal healthcare.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 15 2014, 4,018 days ago

Former Waterford Crystal Workers Accept Pension Deal
Former workers at Waterford Crystal have voted to accepted a pension deal proposed last month by the government. The former employees voted on Sunday to accept the pension deal, that will see them each receive a one-off payment of around €40,000.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Dublin Road Crash
Gardaí in Dublin are appealing for witnesses of a fatal road traffic collision in Walkinstown on Sunday afternoon. Garda said that a 44-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured when he collided with a car on Ballymount Road Lower at about 14:35.
Sinn Féin To Launch Moore Street Campaign
Sinn Féin have announced that it will launch a "broad-based campaign" urging the government to retain and conserve Moore Street. Mícheál Mac Donncha, from the party, made the announcement at a candlelight vigil which was held at Moore Street on Sunday evening.
Dr Mary McAleese Appointed To Academic Role
The former President of Ireland has been appointed Distinguished Professor in Irish Studies at St Mary's University, London. Dr Mary McAleese's appointment comes as the leading Catholic University prepares to celebrate the 165th anniversary of its foundation.
Beaumont Hospital Ask Public To Avoid Emergency Department
The public are being asked to avoid the Emergency Department at Beaumont Hospital in Dublin due to overcrowding. All non-urgent procedures have been cancelled until further notice and GPs have been asked not to refer patients to the hospital's Emergency Department.
Naval Divers Recover Two Bodies For Cork City River
Naval Service divers have recovered the bodies of a man and a woman from the River Lee in Cork City. A search of the river was carried out after a woman in her 20s and a man in his 40s were reported missing on 04 December. Their deaths are not being treated as suspicious.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Road Accident
Gardaí in Co Wexford have reported the death of a man in a road accident on Sunday afternoon. A 94-year-old man died in hospital following the crash near Murrintown, Co Wexford, at about 16:45. It is understood the man was a passenger in a car that collided with a second vehicle.

Irish News on Thu, Dec 15 2011, 5,114 days ago

IMF Loan Ireland €3.9bn For Austerity Expediency
Ireland is to receive a tranche of its agreed bailout deal with the International Monetary Fund, after being commended on being "ahead of schedule" on austerity.
TD's Call For Household Tax Boycott
A group of TDs have ganged together in opposition to the introduction of the proposed €100 household charge calling for a boycott and calling the policy "economic war". Announcing a nationwide campaign against the measure, the TDs said its success depended on backing from householders.
EU Agreement To Be Signed By March
The agreement by most EU governments struck last weekend despite the UK's veto will be signed in March, according to the President of the European Commission.
'Big Win' For European Transparency – MEP
A Labour MEP has announced "groundbreaking" legislation to make EU institutions more transparent and accountable.
Shelved Dart Plan Wins Planning Approval
The proposed Dart Underground project, which was controversially shelved by the Government earlier this month, has won planning permission from Dublin authorities.
'Collusive Behaviour' In Miami Massacre: HET
There's controversy this week as the North's Historical Enquiries Team, (HET) publish their long-awaited report into the murders of three men shot dead in what became known as the Miami Showband massacre.
Four Arrested Over Conspiracy To Rob
Four men have been arrested for engaging in a conspiracy to rob a commercial premises in Greystones this December. Gardai attached to the Organised Crime Unit (OCU), Harcourt Square assisted by a number of National units on Wednesday said they arrested four males for conspiracy to rob.
Irish Actors Get Golden Globe Nod
The nominees for this year's Golden Globes have been announced with Irish actors Michael Fassbender, Brendan Gleeson shortlisted in the acting categories.
Cope Calls For European Coastguard
A prominent Fianna Fail TD has on Thursday called for the implementation of a European coastguard. Pat the Cope said the European Maritime and Safety Agency is regarded as an effective organisation, providing EU Member States with significant savings.

Irish News on Wed, Dec 15 2010, 5,479 days ago

Coalition Expected To Win Bailout Vote
The Coalition Government is expected to win today's crucial vote on the bank bailout from the EU and International Monetary Fund despite opposition from Fine Gael.
Snow Set For Return
Met Eireann is forecasting the return of snow, which is expected to engulf the entire island along with subzero temperatures.
Bishops Call To Resist 'Defeatism'
Ireland's Bishops have called on the Irish people to resist "defeatism" and embrace "neighbourliness" during the economic downturn.
North's Budget Revealed At Stormont
The Stormont Assembly is debating a draft budget today, after late night talks at Stormont Castle when Ministers spent hours discussing proposals by the First Minister Peter Robinson and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness. As reported on <A HREF= 'http://www.4ni.co.uk/northern_ireland_news.
Unions React To Lenihan's 'Blame' Game
The ICTU and SIPTU President has strongly reacted to comments made today by the Minister for Finance for attributing blame for the economic collapse to union activities.
Appeal Launched Over Fatal Dublin Stabbing
The investigation into the stabbing of a Polish man in Dublin during the early hours of Sunday morning has turned to taxi drivers for information. Gardai at Swords this morning said the were renewing their appeal for information following the incident which occurred on the 12th December.

Irish News on Tue, Dec 15 2009, 5,844 days ago

Garda Death Driver Was Banned
The driver of the car involved in the death of a Garda on Sunday had an outstanding driving ban, it has been revealed. It emerged to day that the 24-year-old who was driving the car that hit a Garda car, leading to the death of Garda Gary Mc Loughlin had been banned from driving.
Kenya Priest To Be Buried On Sunday
The Irish priest who was murdered in Kenya is to be buried in his parents' grave this Sunday. Fr Jeremiah Roche spent 41 years working with the disadvantaged people of Kericho in West Kenya.
Man Charged Over Limerick Shooting
A man has been charged in connection with a shooting incident in Limerick that led to the death of a local man. Gardai investigating the fatal shooting, which occurred last Tuesday evening, said today they have charged Kenneth Collopy of Kilonan, Ballysimon, Co Limerick, over the incident.
Irish Women In Euro Court Abortion Challenge
Three women living in Ireland are in the European Court of Human Rights this week challenging Ireland’s ban on abortion.
Van Drivers Protest Over Tesco
Some 25 drivers have launched an unofficial protest outside Tesco's dry goods distribution centre in Donabate in Dublin. The protest was sparked after their terms and conditions were changed after moving to another transport company as a result of an outsourcing deal.
TD Apologises For Using 'F-Word'
The Green Party's Paul Gogarty has apologiesed after angrily swearing at an opposition minister during a Dáil debate on the social welfare cuts yesterday afternoon.
Fine For Chopper Shopper
A man has been fined €5,000 after landing a helicopter on a shopping centre roof in County Westmeath. Sean O'Brien, 50, of Ballycumber, County Offaly was found guilty on 10 charges in relation to the incident which occurred at the Parkrite Texas Centre, in July 2007.

Irish News on Mon, Dec 15 2008, 6,209 days ago

Howth Death Probed
Gardaí are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman in her 40s who was initially discovered with serious injuries at a house in Howth. The shock discovery was made at approximately 10am this morning.
Dáil Éireann Minister In Robbery Hostage Shock
An Irish Government Minister was held hostage at gunpoint this morning during an armed robbery. Minister for European Affairs Dick Roche was among a number of people held at a hotel and golf resort in Bray, south of Dublin.
Banks Bailed Out
Around €10 billion is to be pumped into the Irish Republic's banking system by the Government in a bid to recapitalise all its listed banks. The money will be available to AIB, Anglo-Irish, Irish Nationwide, Irish Life & Permanent and Bank of Ireland, which owns the Bristol & West Bank.
Ireland's Independent TV To Get €15.5m Boost
With the Irish Broadcasting Bill concluding its Committee Stage last week, the Communications Minister Eamon Ryan has announced that he will increase funding for the state's Sound and Vision programme by 2% on the previous allocation.
Relief As Missing Fishermen Rescued
The three fishermen missing since yesterday have been located and returned to their families following fears for their safety over the weekend.
One Dead Following Sunday Night Assault
One man is dead, and another recovering in hostpital following an assault last night in Galway. Gardai at Glenamaddy are investigating the incident, which occurred at The Square, Glemamady, Co Galway at approximately 1.30am this morning.
Five Released After Attempted Robbery
Five people who were held following an attempted robbery at a credit union in Dublin have been released without charge.
Water Recalled Over Contamination Concerns
Stocks of bottled water have been removed from shop shelves after tests raised concerns about possible human or animal waste contamination. According to reports, scientists discovered bacteria likely to be the result of faecal contamination in water supplied by Shannon Minerals.
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