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Irish News on Fri, May 6 2016, 3,652 days ago
Enda Kenny Is Elected Taoiseach
Enda Kenny has been elected taoiseach of the Irish parliament, 70 days after the country's general election took place. With support from a number of Independents, Mr Kenny was elected by 59 votes to 49 in the Dáil on Friday afternoon.
Enda Kenny has been elected taoiseach of the Irish parliament, 70 days after the country's general election took place. With support from a number of Independents, Mr Kenny was elected by 59 votes to 49 in the Dáil on Friday afternoon.
Over 35,000 Patients Waited On Trolleys Between January And April - INMO
Over 35,000 patients were waiting on trolleys for a hospital bed between January and April, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). In addition, 8,145 patients were waiting for a bed in April alone, a 4% increase compared to the same period last year.
Over 35,000 patients were waiting on trolleys for a hospital bed between January and April, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). In addition, 8,145 patients were waiting for a bed in April alone, a 4% increase compared to the same period last year.
Man's Body Found At Cork Golf Course
The body of a man has been found at a golf club in Co Cork. It is understood ground staff at the Lee Valley Golf Club found the body in a man-made lake at the course's 12th hole. Emergency services attended the scene. The course was later closed as a mark of respect.
The body of a man has been found at a golf club in Co Cork. It is understood ground staff at the Lee Valley Golf Club found the body in a man-made lake at the course's 12th hole. Emergency services attended the scene. The course was later closed as a mark of respect.
Investigation Launched Into Fatal Traffic Collision In Co Kilkenny
Gardaí have launched an investigation into a fatal road traffic collision in Co Kilkenny. The incident occurred shortly before 4:30pm on the N77 Kilkenny-Ballyragget Road yesterday, 05 May.
Gardaí have launched an investigation into a fatal road traffic collision in Co Kilkenny. The incident occurred shortly before 4:30pm on the N77 Kilkenny-Ballyragget Road yesterday, 05 May.
Met Éireann Forecasts Soaring Temperatures Next Week
Met Éireann are predicting temperatures to rise between 18 and 22 degrees this weekend and into next week. The Irish Meteorological Service also issued a 'moderate' sunburn warning, which is expected to rise over the next few days.
Met Éireann are predicting temperatures to rise between 18 and 22 degrees this weekend and into next week. The Irish Meteorological Service also issued a 'moderate' sunburn warning, which is expected to rise over the next few days.
Teenager Charged In Connection With Dublin Assault
A teenager has been charged in connection with a serious assault in Dublin. The incident occurred between 1:01am and 1:10am in Dublin 2 on Monday, 02 May, gardaí have said. An altercation occurred between a 21-year-old man and a 16-year-old male at the junction of Dame Lane and Trinity Street.
A teenager has been charged in connection with a serious assault in Dublin. The incident occurred between 1:01am and 1:10am in Dublin 2 on Monday, 02 May, gardaí have said. An altercation occurred between a 21-year-old man and a 16-year-old male at the junction of Dame Lane and Trinity Street.
Sports Minister Meets With IMMAF To Discuss Safety
Sport Minister Michael Ring has met with representatives of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) to discuss regulating the sports' safety in Ireland. The meeting took place due to issues raised over the death of Joao Carvalho after a match with Charlie Ward.
Sport Minister Michael Ring has met with representatives of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) to discuss regulating the sports' safety in Ireland. The meeting took place due to issues raised over the death of Joao Carvalho after a match with Charlie Ward.
Irish News on Wed, May 6 2015, 4,018 days ago
Gardai Investigate Robbery In Limerick
Gardai are investigating a robbery which in Limerick this morning on Wednesday morning. A man entered a hotel on Dock Road and threatened the receptionist with a syringe. He fled the scene with a cash box. Gardai pursued the man along Windmill Apartments where he was arrested.
Gardai are investigating a robbery which in Limerick this morning on Wednesday morning. A man entered a hotel on Dock Road and threatened the receptionist with a syringe. He fled the scene with a cash box. Gardai pursued the man along Windmill Apartments where he was arrested.
Renewed Appeal For Missing 33-Year-Old Man
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in tracing Michael Anesu Nhema, who has been missing since 14 April. 33-year-old Michael, who is originally from Zimbabwe, is described as 6ft in height, slight build, black hair and brown eyes.
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in tracing Michael Anesu Nhema, who has been missing since 14 April. 33-year-old Michael, who is originally from Zimbabwe, is described as 6ft in height, slight build, black hair and brown eyes.
Vehicles Damaged In Suspected Arson Attack
Vehicles contracted to Irish Water have been damaged in a suspected arson attack in Waterford. It is understood an estimated €100,000 of damage was caused to a white Hino tipper truck with a hydraulic grab, a transport trailer, a mini-digger and a hydraulic rock breaker.
Vehicles contracted to Irish Water have been damaged in a suspected arson attack in Waterford. It is understood an estimated €100,000 of damage was caused to a white Hino tipper truck with a hydraulic grab, a transport trailer, a mini-digger and a hydraulic rock breaker.
FSAI Serve Enforcement Orders To Food Firms
Seven Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order were served to food businesses in April according to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).
Seven Closure Orders and one Prohibition Order were served to food businesses in April according to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).
Cannabis Seized In Co Galway
A man has been arrested in connection with the seizure of cannabis in Tuam, Co Galway. Gardai from the Tuam District Drug and Detective Units assisted by the Galway Divisional Drug Unit carried out a planned search of a house on the Galway Road, Tuam at about 22.25 on Monday night.
A man has been arrested in connection with the seizure of cannabis in Tuam, Co Galway. Gardai from the Tuam District Drug and Detective Units assisted by the Galway Divisional Drug Unit carried out a planned search of a house on the Galway Road, Tuam at about 22.25 on Monday night.
Gardai Appeal For Information Into Death Of Man In Cork
Gardai are appealing for information into the death of a man in Co. Cork. The body of Peter Murphy, 37 years old, was discovered at his home at Shanavoher, Bweeng, Co. Cork on 7 February 2015.
Gardai are appealing for information into the death of a man in Co. Cork. The body of Peter Murphy, 37 years old, was discovered at his home at Shanavoher, Bweeng, Co. Cork on 7 February 2015.
Three People Detained Over Drugs Seizure
Two women and a man remain in Gardai custody following a drugs seizure in Dublin. Approximately four thousand tablets were seized at a property in the north of the city. A 35 year old man and a 39 year old woman were detained at the scene.
Two women and a man remain in Gardai custody following a drugs seizure in Dublin. Approximately four thousand tablets were seized at a property in the north of the city. A 35 year old man and a 39 year old woman were detained at the scene.
Irish News on Tue, May 6 2014, 4,383 days ago
Households Granted 30,000 Litres Of Water Per Year
The average household will face a water bill of €240 following the government's announcement of its proposals for charges and water allowance. A free yearly water allowance of 30,000 will be granted to homeowners, an allocation described as "generous" by Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan.
The average household will face a water bill of €240 following the government's announcement of its proposals for charges and water allowance. A free yearly water allowance of 30,000 will be granted to homeowners, an allocation described as "generous" by Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan.
Special Housing Fund To Be Used To Complete Developments
A €10m Special Housing Fund announced as part of the Budget 2014 is to be used to help complete 86 housing developments across the country, Minister for Housing and Planning, Jan O'Sullivan, has announced.
A €10m Special Housing Fund announced as part of the Budget 2014 is to be used to help complete 86 housing developments across the country, Minister for Housing and Planning, Jan O'Sullivan, has announced.
HSE Launch Investigation Into Death Of Baby At Cavan Hospital
An investigation has been launched in to the death of a new born baby at Cavan General Hospital last month. The Health Service Executive have begun the investigation to try and establish the circumstances that led to the death.
An investigation has been launched in to the death of a new born baby at Cavan General Hospital last month. The Health Service Executive have begun the investigation to try and establish the circumstances that led to the death.
New Approach Needed For Cork Housing Crisis - Kelleher
A new approach is needed to tackle the housing crisis in Cork, Fianna Fáil Cork North Central TD Billy Kelleher has said.
A new approach is needed to tackle the housing crisis in Cork, Fianna Fáil Cork North Central TD Billy Kelleher has said.
Water Charges 'Fair For Families' - Minister Howlin
Water charges will be "fair for families", Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Brendan Howlin has said, adding that there would be no standing charge along with a "decent" allowance for households. Mr Howlin made his comments as he attended a Cabinet meeting at Government Buildings.
Water charges will be "fair for families", Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Brendan Howlin has said, adding that there would be no standing charge along with a "decent" allowance for households. Mr Howlin made his comments as he attended a Cabinet meeting at Government Buildings.
Men Arrested Over Cannabis Seizure
Cannabis herb with an estimated street value of €1.5m has been seized by gardai in Dublin. Two vehicles were stopped at the Morthwest Business Park, Dublin 15, as part of an ongoing investigation into a criminal gang based in Tallaght.
Cannabis herb with an estimated street value of €1.5m has been seized by gardai in Dublin. Two vehicles were stopped at the Morthwest Business Park, Dublin 15, as part of an ongoing investigation into a criminal gang based in Tallaght.
Appeal For Witnesses After Three-Year-Old Dies In Road Crash
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road crash on the N2 near Annamarron. A three-year-old boy was killed when the car he was travelling in collided with another car. The 36-year-old driver of the car was also critically injured in the collision.
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road crash on the N2 near Annamarron. A three-year-old boy was killed when the car he was travelling in collided with another car. The 36-year-old driver of the car was also critically injured in the collision.
Call For Permanent Reinstatement Of Summer Works Scheme
Minister for Education Ruairi Quinn has been urged to permanently reinstate the Summer Works Scheme and Minor Works Grant for schools, following the publication of a list of schools that will benefit from the temporary reinstatement of the Summer Works Scheme this year.
Minister for Education Ruairi Quinn has been urged to permanently reinstate the Summer Works Scheme and Minor Works Grant for schools, following the publication of a list of schools that will benefit from the temporary reinstatement of the Summer Works Scheme this year.
Belfast Project Flawed From Beginning - Adams
Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams has said that the 'Belfast Project', the series of interviews carried out by Boston College as an oral history of the troubles, was flawed from the beginning.
Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams has said that the 'Belfast Project', the series of interviews carried out by Boston College as an oral history of the troubles, was flawed from the beginning.
Irish News on Fri, May 6 2011, 5,479 days ago
'Europe Day' Dáil Sitting Welcomed
To mark Europe Day, the Taoiseach, Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn and Ireland's MEPs will address Dáil Éireann on the future of Europe and Ireland's role in the European Union in special sitting of the Dáil on Monday, 9 May.
To mark Europe Day, the Taoiseach, Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn and Ireland's MEPs will address Dáil Éireann on the future of Europe and Ireland's role in the European Union in special sitting of the Dáil on Monday, 9 May.
World's Longest Serving Sports Broadcaster Retires
The Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, has paid tribute to sports broadcaster Seán Óg Ó’Ceallacháin who retires this week from RTÉ. Michael Ring TD said: “I would like to congratulate Seán Óg on a wonderful career spanning 63 years.
The Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, has paid tribute to sports broadcaster Seán Óg Ó’Ceallacháin who retires this week from RTÉ. Michael Ring TD said: “I would like to congratulate Seán Óg on a wonderful career spanning 63 years.
Visitors Centre Honours Executed Editors
Dedicated in memory of three brave newspaper editors arrested by British Forces in April 1916, a visitors’ Centre in Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, Dublin has been officially opened by Minister Alan Shatter.
Dedicated in memory of three brave newspaper editors arrested by British Forces in April 1916, a visitors’ Centre in Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, Dublin has been officially opened by Minister Alan Shatter.
Up To 300 New Jobs Created At Dundrum
The creation of over 300 new full and part time jobs has been announced by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation at a news briefing at Dundrum Town Centre. The announcement will bring the employee population of Dundrum Town Centre to almost 6,000, the equivalent of Monaghan town.
The creation of over 300 new full and part time jobs has been announced by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation at a news briefing at Dundrum Town Centre. The announcement will bring the employee population of Dundrum Town Centre to almost 6,000, the equivalent of Monaghan town.
North's Assembly Votes 'Prioritised'
The first ballot boxes are being opened at eight centres across the North this morning, as counting gets underway on votes cast in the Stormont Assembly elections. The first results are not expected until this afternoon as around 1,200 election workers count votes from over 4,000 ballot boxes.
The first ballot boxes are being opened at eight centres across the North this morning, as counting gets underway on votes cast in the Stormont Assembly elections. The first results are not expected until this afternoon as around 1,200 election workers count votes from over 4,000 ballot boxes.
Beyonce Added To Oxegen Line-Up
The Oxegen festival has announced that the queen of R'n'B, Beyonce, is to appear at the Punchestown festival this summer.
The Oxegen festival has announced that the queen of R'n'B, Beyonce, is to appear at the Punchestown festival this summer.
Irish News on Thu, May 6 2010, 5,844 days ago
Galway Bomb Alert Underway
The army bomb disposal unit has been called after a security alert at Galway Garda Station. It's understood a suspect package was discovered at the Millstreet building around 9am this morning.
The army bomb disposal unit has been called after a security alert at Galway Garda Station. It's understood a suspect package was discovered at the Millstreet building around 9am this morning.
Irish 'Cannot Afford' Ash Compensation
The Dublin Transport Minister has said that the country cannot afford to compensate ash-hit airlines for their losses.
The Dublin Transport Minister has said that the country cannot afford to compensate ash-hit airlines for their losses.
Deadly Cavan Road Crash Probed
Two men have been killed following a road traffic collision near Virginia, Co Cavan. The accident involving a car and a van occurred on the N3 near Lisduff, Virginia at 10.30pm on Wednesday.
Two men have been killed following a road traffic collision near Virginia, Co Cavan. The accident involving a car and a van occurred on the N3 near Lisduff, Virginia at 10.30pm on Wednesday.
Sinn Fein In 'Poll Position'
Republicans may be on the way to defeating the North's main unionist party at today's UK General Election poll.
Republicans may be on the way to defeating the North's main unionist party at today's UK General Election poll.
Sporting Events 'Free' On Irish TV
Forthcoming free-to-air events in the Irish Republic have been revealed. Dublin Communications Minister Eamon Ryan announced the list of events he proposes to designate as of "major importance to society", thus making them free-to-air for Irish television viewers.
Forthcoming free-to-air events in the Irish Republic have been revealed. Dublin Communications Minister Eamon Ryan announced the list of events he proposes to designate as of "major importance to society", thus making them free-to-air for Irish television viewers.
Irish News on Wed, May 6 2009, 6,209 days ago
Investigation Into Church Care Inquiry Suspended
The Ombudsman for Children has suspended its investigation into a child protection audit of the Catholic Church by the HSE and the Department of Health.
The Ombudsman for Children has suspended its investigation into a child protection audit of the Catholic Church by the HSE and the Department of Health.
Arrest Made In North Dublin Body Probe
A male in his late 20s has been arrested on Wednesday morning as part of an ongoing investigation into the discovery of the body of Peter Gunn in January. He was arrested in the north Dublin area, and is the third person to have been arrested as part of the investigation.
A male in his late 20s has been arrested on Wednesday morning as part of an ongoing investigation into the discovery of the body of Peter Gunn in January. He was arrested in the north Dublin area, and is the third person to have been arrested as part of the investigation.
Ireland Among Worst In Europe For Child Deaths
A European report has revealed Ireland has one of the worst levels of child and teen deaths in Europe. Out of the 24 countries whose child safety rates were graded, Ireland has the fifth highest death rate from injury in girls, and is eighth worst for deaths in boys under 18.
A European report has revealed Ireland has one of the worst levels of child and teen deaths in Europe. Out of the 24 countries whose child safety rates were graded, Ireland has the fifth highest death rate from injury in girls, and is eighth worst for deaths in boys under 18.
Pessimism In Irish Firms About Prospects
A survey by a leading stockbroker has revealed Irish businesses are generally pessimistic about the next 12 months.
A survey by a leading stockbroker has revealed Irish businesses are generally pessimistic about the next 12 months.
Call For CCTV In Taxis
Irish taxis should soon be fitted with CCTV, a Labour Party spokesman has said. Transport spokesman Tommy Broughan said on Wednesday that the CCTV cameras should be installed in taxis to protect drivers.
Irish taxis should soon be fitted with CCTV, a Labour Party spokesman has said. Transport spokesman Tommy Broughan said on Wednesday that the CCTV cameras should be installed in taxis to protect drivers.
Three Safety Closures Of Food Outlets In April
Officials from the food standards authority have closed three food outlets in the last month. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) revealed on Wednesday it had served three closure orders and two prohibition orders on food businesses in April for breaches of food safety legislation.
Officials from the food standards authority have closed three food outlets in the last month. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) revealed on Wednesday it had served three closure orders and two prohibition orders on food businesses in April for breaches of food safety legislation.
Rents Fall By 5% This Year
Rental costs in 2009 have so far fallen by 5%, according to a recent survey. Influential property website Daft.ie said rental costs around the country have slumped due the drop in housing sales. As less houses are sold, more properties are being put up for rent.
Rental costs in 2009 have so far fallen by 5%, according to a recent survey. Influential property website Daft.ie said rental costs around the country have slumped due the drop in housing sales. As less houses are sold, more properties are being put up for rent.
Security Bags Charge At Airport
Passengers from Dublin Airport will now be facing a €1 charge for two plastic security bags to hold their toiletries. From Wednesday anyone carrying shampoos, deodorants or aftershaves through the departure gates will have to pay for the previously free of charge see-through bags.
Passengers from Dublin Airport will now be facing a €1 charge for two plastic security bags to hold their toiletries. From Wednesday anyone carrying shampoos, deodorants or aftershaves through the departure gates will have to pay for the previously free of charge see-through bags.
Irish News on Tue, May 6 2008, 6,574 days ago
Ahern To Mark Step Down At Local Pub
Taoiseach Bertie Ahern will officially tender his resignation after 11 years as the leader of the Daíl on Tuesday.
Taoiseach Bertie Ahern will officially tender his resignation after 11 years as the leader of the Daíl on Tuesday.
Speech Therapy Waiting Times Slammed
New figures show the average waiting time for children to receive speech and language services in Dublin is currently a shocking 18 months. Statistics given to Fine Gael Education Spokesman Brian Hayes also revealed that 4,136 children are on the waiting list for these services.
New figures show the average waiting time for children to receive speech and language services in Dublin is currently a shocking 18 months. Statistics given to Fine Gael Education Spokesman Brian Hayes also revealed that 4,136 children are on the waiting list for these services.
Don't Hold Your Breathe For Asthma Strategy
Marking World Asthma Day on Tuesday, the Sinn Féin Health spokesperson has called on the Government to formulate a national strategy to address the condition.
Marking World Asthma Day on Tuesday, the Sinn Féin Health spokesperson has called on the Government to formulate a national strategy to address the condition.
Do You Speak Zulu?
The Legal Aid Board has announced it is seeking interpreters for the multitude of languages it now has to deal with in asylum cases.
The Legal Aid Board has announced it is seeking interpreters for the multitude of languages it now has to deal with in asylum cases.
Psychiatric Nurses Discuss Further Protests
The unions representing psychiatric nurses is to meet on Wednesday to discuss engaging in further industrial action over compensation.
The unions representing psychiatric nurses is to meet on Wednesday to discuss engaging in further industrial action over compensation.
Plan Revealed To Ban Traffic From Dublin
A report from a government committee has suggested Dublin city centre should become a car free zone within a year.
A report from a government committee has suggested Dublin city centre should become a car free zone within a year.
Unions Divided Over Treaty
The ambiguity of the Lisbon treaty has left two of the country's largest unions unable to agree whether the treaty is or is not good for workers.
The ambiguity of the Lisbon treaty has left two of the country's largest unions unable to agree whether the treaty is or is not good for workers.
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