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Irish News on Fri, Nov 10 2017, 3,287 days ago
Irish Govt Must Use Veto Power On Brexit Trade Negotiations - SF
The Irish government must exercise its veto on progressing Brexit talks to include trade, if the British Government refuses to, Sinn Féin Brexit Spokesperson David Cullinane TD has said.
The Irish government must exercise its veto on progressing Brexit talks to include trade, if the British Government refuses to, Sinn Féin Brexit Spokesperson David Cullinane TD has said.
Teenager In Serious Condition Following Suspected Assault
A teenage boy is in a serious condition in hospital following a suspected assault in Tipperary Town late on Thursday night. The boy was found with serious head injuries at Lakelands, Tipperary Town at 10.50pm. He remains in a serious condition in South Tipperary General Hospital.
A teenage boy is in a serious condition in hospital following a suspected assault in Tipperary Town late on Thursday night. The boy was found with serious head injuries at Lakelands, Tipperary Town at 10.50pm. He remains in a serious condition in South Tipperary General Hospital.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 10 2016, 3,652 days ago
Govt Urged To Introduce Emergency Legislation On Rent Certainty
The Government has been urged to introduce emergency rent certainty legislation next week, in an effort to stop the spiralling cost of rent. Sinn Féin Housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin, made the call during Leaders' Questions in the Dáil, challenging the Tánaiste over the legislation.
The Government has been urged to introduce emergency rent certainty legislation next week, in an effort to stop the spiralling cost of rent. Sinn Féin Housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin, made the call during Leaders' Questions in the Dáil, challenging the Tánaiste over the legislation.
Fianna Fáil Appeal For Information On The Disappeared
Fianna Fáil has renewed its appeal for anyone with information of the location of the remains of the four people referred to as the "Disappeared" to come forward and contact the Gardaí or the Independent Commission for the Location of Victims' Remains.
Fianna Fáil has renewed its appeal for anyone with information of the location of the remains of the four people referred to as the "Disappeared" to come forward and contact the Gardaí or the Independent Commission for the Location of Victims' Remains.
Fast-Track Delivery Of 30,000 New Houses Announced
Minister for Housing Simon Coveney has announced plans to fast-track the delivery of 30,000 new homes in major urban centres in Dublin, Cork and other urban locations around the country.
Minister for Housing Simon Coveney has announced plans to fast-track the delivery of 30,000 new homes in major urban centres in Dublin, Cork and other urban locations around the country.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 10 2015, 4,018 days ago
23-Year-Old Arrested In Connection With Murder Of Alan O'Neill
A 23-year-old man has been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Alan O'Neill in Tallaght on 27 May this year. The suspect is being held at Tallaght Garda Station under the provisions of Section 42 – Criminal Justice Act 1999.
A 23-year-old man has been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Alan O'Neill in Tallaght on 27 May this year. The suspect is being held at Tallaght Garda Station under the provisions of Section 42 – Criminal Justice Act 1999.
Witnesses Sought To Fatal Kellystown Collision
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic accident in Kellystown, Slane, Co Meath. A man believed to be in his 30s was fatally injured when the car he was driving left the road and collided with a tree at Kellystone in the early hours of Tuesday morning, 10 November.
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road traffic accident in Kellystown, Slane, Co Meath. A man believed to be in his 30s was fatally injured when the car he was driving left the road and collided with a tree at Kellystone in the early hours of Tuesday morning, 10 November.
Garda Injured Following Assault During Call Out
A garda officer has been treated in hospital following an assault in Cabra in the early hours of Tuesday morning. It is understood that the officer had responded to a report of a car being on fire at New Campbell's Bridge at about 05:30.
A garda officer has been treated in hospital following an assault in Cabra in the early hours of Tuesday morning. It is understood that the officer had responded to a report of a car being on fire at New Campbell's Bridge at about 05:30.
'No Excuse' For Social Housing Units Lying Empty - SF
Sinn Féin housing spokesperson, Dessie Ellis, has said that there is "no excuse" for 3000 social housing units lying idle across the state in a time of crisis when over 130,000 households are on waiting lists for such housing.
Sinn Féin housing spokesperson, Dessie Ellis, has said that there is "no excuse" for 3000 social housing units lying idle across the state in a time of crisis when over 130,000 households are on waiting lists for such housing.
New City Centre Bases Launched For Car Share Service
The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport has officially launched new city centre bases for Ireland's only car sharing initiative, GoCar.
The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport has officially launched new city centre bases for Ireland's only car sharing initiative, GoCar.
Ireland Aims To Become World Leader In Sustainable Food Production
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, has said that Ireland has ambitions for Ireland to be a global leader in sustainable food production. The Minister was speaking at the Global Sustainability Forum in Dublin's Convention Centre on Tuesday morning.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, has said that Ireland has ambitions for Ireland to be a global leader in sustainable food production. The Minister was speaking at the Global Sustainability Forum in Dublin's Convention Centre on Tuesday morning.
IBRC Enquiry Described As A 'Mess' By FF
Fianna Fáil has described the IBRC Inquiry has a "mess" and entirely consistent with the Government's handling of the issue since it first emerged.
Fianna Fáil has described the IBRC Inquiry has a "mess" and entirely consistent with the Government's handling of the issue since it first emerged.
Low Pay Commission To Assess Women's Pay
The Low Pay Commission is to assess the impact of the minimum wage among female workers, Minister for Business and Employment, Ged Nash, has announced.
The Low Pay Commission is to assess the impact of the minimum wage among female workers, Minister for Business and Employment, Ged Nash, has announced.
SIPTU Begins Balloting Irish Water Members Over Industrial Action
SIPTU members in Irish Water are to be balloted over potential industrial action in a dispute over proposed cuts to staffing levels.
SIPTU members in Irish Water are to be balloted over potential industrial action in a dispute over proposed cuts to staffing levels.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 10 2014, 4,383 days ago
Dundalk Gardaí Appeal After Knife-Point Robbery
An investigation is underway after a family in Dundalk were robbed at knife-point. Gardaí said three masked men forced their way into the Dundalk family home of a restaurant owner. His wife and three children were also home at the time.
An investigation is underway after a family in Dundalk were robbed at knife-point. Gardaí said three masked men forced their way into the Dundalk family home of a restaurant owner. His wife and three children were also home at the time.
Men Arrested Over Cannabis Seizures
Gardaí in Co Kerry have seized cannabis plants worth an estimated €140,000 in searches in two villages. Around 128 cannabis plants were uncovered at Barrow House, Barrow West, in Ardfert on Saturday, with an estimated street value of €100,000.
Gardaí in Co Kerry have seized cannabis plants worth an estimated €140,000 in searches in two villages. Around 128 cannabis plants were uncovered at Barrow House, Barrow West, in Ardfert on Saturday, with an estimated street value of €100,000.
Garda Appeal For Help Tracing Missing Co Wexford Man
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing Paul Davey from New Ross, Co Wexford. Mr Davey was last seen at about 02:15 on Sunday morning on Conduit Lane in New Ross. He is described as approximately 5'10" tall, of average build with sandy-coloured hair and green eyes.
Gardaí have appealed for help in tracing Paul Davey from New Ross, Co Wexford. Mr Davey was last seen at about 02:15 on Sunday morning on Conduit Lane in New Ross. He is described as approximately 5'10" tall, of average build with sandy-coloured hair and green eyes.
Farmers Proceed With Meat Factory Blockades
Farmers have gone ahead with a 48-hour blockade of meat factories despite the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) holding talks with industry representatives.
Farmers have gone ahead with a 48-hour blockade of meat factories despite the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) holding talks with industry representatives.
Topaz To Create Over 100 New Jobs
A total of 110 new jobs are to be created by fuel retailer Topaz. The service station is to open two new facilities in Dublin and Laois. The stations will be at Clonshaugh in Dublin and at Junction 3 on the Dublin-Cork motorway near Ballacolla in Laois.
A total of 110 new jobs are to be created by fuel retailer Topaz. The service station is to open two new facilities in Dublin and Laois. The stations will be at Clonshaugh in Dublin and at Junction 3 on the Dublin-Cork motorway near Ballacolla in Laois.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses To Fatal Co Wicklow Road Crash
Gardaí in Co Wicklow have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road crash on Sunday night. A 22-year-old died when the car he was driving hit a ditch at Milltown Lane in Ashford just before midnight. A passenger in the car, a 26-year-old man, was taken to St Columcille's Hospital in Loughlinstown.
Gardaí in Co Wicklow have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road crash on Sunday night. A 22-year-old died when the car he was driving hit a ditch at Milltown Lane in Ashford just before midnight. A passenger in the car, a 26-year-old man, was taken to St Columcille's Hospital in Loughlinstown.
Garda Confirm Body Found In Co Donegal River
Gardaí have confirmed they have recovered a body in a river in Co Donegal. Garda said the body of a man was recovered from a river on the Inishowen peninsula on Sunday afternoon. The body was taken to Letterkenny General Hospital where a post-mortem is due to be carried out today.
Gardaí have confirmed they have recovered a body in a river in Co Donegal. Garda said the body of a man was recovered from a river on the Inishowen peninsula on Sunday afternoon. The body was taken to Letterkenny General Hospital where a post-mortem is due to be carried out today.
Two Die In Co Meath House Fire
Two people have died in a house fire in Co Meath, Gardaí have confirmed. It is understood the bodies of a man and a woman were found following a fire at a house in Heenogue, Duleek on Monday morning. The victims are believed to have been the residents of the house.
Two people have died in a house fire in Co Meath, Gardaí have confirmed. It is understood the bodies of a man and a woman were found following a fire at a house in Heenogue, Duleek on Monday morning. The victims are believed to have been the residents of the house.
Former Cranberries Singer Arrested On Suspicion Of Air Rage Assault
Dolores O'Riordan, the former singer with the Cranberries, has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a flight attendant. It is understood that police were waiting for Ms O’Riordan when the flight from New York arrived at Shannon Airport at 5am on Monday morning.
Dolores O'Riordan, the former singer with the Cranberries, has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a flight attendant. It is understood that police were waiting for Ms O’Riordan when the flight from New York arrived at Shannon Airport at 5am on Monday morning.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 10 2011, 5,479 days ago
Ireland Could Be Out Of Euro Within Weeks – Martin
The Opposition leader, Michael Martin has said secret discussion by EU leaders could see the exit Ireland from the Euro within weeks.
The Opposition leader, Michael Martin has said secret discussion by EU leaders could see the exit Ireland from the Euro within weeks.
Tanaiste Issues 'Demand' For Saoise Captives' Release
The Tanaiste has issued the Isreali ambassador with a "demand" for the release of the 14 Irish crewmembers held by Isreali authorities after they attempted to bring supplies to Gaza.
The Tanaiste has issued the Isreali ambassador with a "demand" for the release of the 14 Irish crewmembers held by Isreali authorities after they attempted to bring supplies to Gaza.
Final Day Of McAleese Presidency
Today is the last day in office for Mary McAleese. This is the 60-year-old's final day in office as the President of Ireland. Ireland's ninth President Michael D Higgins will be inaugurated as her successor. Mary was the first Irish President to welcome a British Monarch to the Republic.
Today is the last day in office for Mary McAleese. This is the 60-year-old's final day in office as the President of Ireland. Ireland's ninth President Michael D Higgins will be inaugurated as her successor. Mary was the first Irish President to welcome a British Monarch to the Republic.
Dublin Falters On A5 Cross Border Funding
The Irish government will no longer be funding a huge road upgrade in western Northern Ireland.
The Irish government will no longer be funding a huge road upgrade in western Northern Ireland.
Government Defers New Dart Plans
The Minister for Transport has on Wednesday announced the plans for a Metro North and Dart Underground service are to be delayed.
The Minister for Transport has on Wednesday announced the plans for a Metro North and Dart Underground service are to be delayed.
15,000 Secondary School Entrepreneurs Before Christmas
An estimated 15,000 budding entrepreneurs from 400 secondary schools will be setting up and running their own enterprises before Christmas, according to the organisers behind the Student Enterprise Awards.
An estimated 15,000 budding entrepreneurs from 400 secondary schools will be setting up and running their own enterprises before Christmas, according to the organisers behind the Student Enterprise Awards.
National Sports Campus Costs Examined
The Committee of Public Accounts will examine the affairs of the National Sports Campus at a meeting today.
The Committee of Public Accounts will examine the affairs of the National Sports Campus at a meeting today.
Scandinavian Airlines Fly Into Dublin
A modest boost for the tourist industry is expected to result from plans by Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) to increase capacity from Dublin to Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo next year.
A modest boost for the tourist industry is expected to result from plans by Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) to increase capacity from Dublin to Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo next year.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 10 2010, 5,844 days ago
Armed Man Robs Cash Van In Meath
An armed man and an accomplice have escaped after robbing a cash-in-transit van in Nobber, Co Meath this morning. The incident occurred at approximately 10.10am when cash was being delivered to the Post Office, in Nobber's Main Sreet.
An armed man and an accomplice have escaped after robbing a cash-in-transit van in Nobber, Co Meath this morning. The incident occurred at approximately 10.10am when cash was being delivered to the Post Office, in Nobber's Main Sreet.
HSE 'Failed Nursing Home Report'
The Health service Executive (HSE) and the Department of Health have been accused of failing to cooperate with a report into the state of Ireland's nursing homes for the elderly.
The Health service Executive (HSE) and the Department of Health have been accused of failing to cooperate with a report into the state of Ireland's nursing homes for the elderly.
State's Funding At Risk Says Cowen
Mr Cowen has claimed that a failure to make the proposed cuts in December's budget could put the Irish State's funding "at risk".
Mr Cowen has claimed that a failure to make the proposed cuts in December's budget could put the Irish State's funding "at risk".
Fourth Arrest In North's Pipe Bomb Probe
Another man has been arrested by police officers investigating a number of pipe bomb attacks in west Belfast last week. A PSNI statement this afternoon said that the 37-year-old was detained in south Belfast on Wednesday morning.
Another man has been arrested by police officers investigating a number of pipe bomb attacks in west Belfast last week. A PSNI statement this afternoon said that the 37-year-old was detained in south Belfast on Wednesday morning.
Sinn Fein's TD Won't Stand For Next Dáil
Sinn Fein TD Arthur Morgan has announced he will not stand for re-election in the next general election. The Louth TD said he was planning to turn his attention to his family business but would be remaining active in the party.
Sinn Fein TD Arthur Morgan has announced he will not stand for re-election in the next general election. The Louth TD said he was planning to turn his attention to his family business but would be remaining active in the party.
Waterford Hospital Getting Major Boost
Building work has begun at Waterford Regional Hospital to fit a new A&E and regional Special Care Baby Unit The new facilities will replace the existing services and are expected to be completed over a two year period. They are expected open on a phased basis to allow existing services to continue.
Building work has begun at Waterford Regional Hospital to fit a new A&E and regional Special Care Baby Unit The new facilities will replace the existing services and are expected to be completed over a two year period. They are expected open on a phased basis to allow existing services to continue.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 10 2009, 6,209 days ago
C Diff Linked To Drogheda Deaths
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has notified Louth Country Coroner of four patient patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has notified Louth Country Coroner of four patient patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda.
Man Killed In Sligo Crash
A man has died after a single vehicle road traffic collision in Sligo. The incident occurred at approximately 11.15pm last night when a male aged in his 80s was seriously injured after the car he was driving collided with a stone wall at Knappagh Road.
A man has died after a single vehicle road traffic collision in Sligo. The incident occurred at approximately 11.15pm last night when a male aged in his 80s was seriously injured after the car he was driving collided with a stone wall at Knappagh Road.
Shock As Girl Chokes On Balloon
A Co Tyrone freak accident with a balloon has ended a kids' party in tragedy. It happened in Spamount, Castlederg, and saw Clarice Harron, a 10-year-old girl, choking on a balloon at a friend's birthday party last Saturday.
A Co Tyrone freak accident with a balloon has ended a kids' party in tragedy. It happened in Spamount, Castlederg, and saw Clarice Harron, a 10-year-old girl, choking on a balloon at a friend's birthday party last Saturday.
Hanafin Outlines Child Benefit Changes
Minister for Social and Family Affairs Mary Hanafin has outlined her plans to introduce three separate levels of child benefit payments in the forthcoming budget.
Minister for Social and Family Affairs Mary Hanafin has outlined her plans to introduce three separate levels of child benefit payments in the forthcoming budget.
Subsidy Scheme To Save Jobs
The Government's Employment Subsidy scheme has been launched, and is expected to save up to 35,000 jobs. Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Mary Coughlan revealed the plan today, which will include direct support for 7,478 jobs in its first round.
The Government's Employment Subsidy scheme has been launched, and is expected to save up to 35,000 jobs. Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Mary Coughlan revealed the plan today, which will include direct support for 7,478 jobs in its first round.
Biofuel Must Be Home Grown – FG
Following a Government announcement obliging Irish fuel suppliers to include biofuels in their annual sales, Fine Gael have demanded that the additional fuel comes from Irish suppliers.
Following a Government announcement obliging Irish fuel suppliers to include biofuels in their annual sales, Fine Gael have demanded that the additional fuel comes from Irish suppliers.
Westmeath Town Without Benefits For 21 Weeks
A Fine Gael Senator has revealed that a County Westmeath town has gone 21 weeks without providing a jobseekers payment to its unemployed. The opposition party's Social Affairs spokeswoman, and local Senator, Nicky McFadden described the 21 week wait in Castlepollard as "scandalous".
A Fine Gael Senator has revealed that a County Westmeath town has gone 21 weeks without providing a jobseekers payment to its unemployed. The opposition party's Social Affairs spokeswoman, and local Senator, Nicky McFadden described the 21 week wait in Castlepollard as "scandalous".
Two Years Of Recession Loom
A Northern politician has reacted to news that Ireland is in the midst of its worst ever financial slowdown - while a Stormont Minister has applauded the level of new homes being built.
A Northern politician has reacted to news that Ireland is in the midst of its worst ever financial slowdown - while a Stormont Minister has applauded the level of new homes being built.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 10 2008, 6,574 days ago
Man Mistakenly Gunned Down By Gang
A Limerick gang has gunned down a man in cold blood in a case of mistaken identity. According to reports this morning, rugby captain Shane Geoghegan, 28, is believed to have been mistaken for a known drugs importer who also lived in the area by the gang.
A Limerick gang has gunned down a man in cold blood in a case of mistaken identity. According to reports this morning, rugby captain Shane Geoghegan, 28, is believed to have been mistaken for a known drugs importer who also lived in the area by the gang.
Fline Gael Call For Full-time Limerick Garda Commissioner
Following the weekend's gang murder of an innocent man in Limerick, the Fine Gael Justice Spokesman has called for a full-time Assistant Garda Commissioner to be introduced in Limerick.
Following the weekend's gang murder of an innocent man in Limerick, the Fine Gael Justice Spokesman has called for a full-time Assistant Garda Commissioner to be introduced in Limerick.
Sinn Fein Members Killed In Road Crash
Two Sinn Fein men have been killed in a road crash on the road between Ballyshannon and Donegal town. A third man also died in the incident, which occurred on Sunday at around 10.00am.
Two Sinn Fein men have been killed in a road crash on the road between Ballyshannon and Donegal town. A third man also died in the incident, which occurred on Sunday at around 10.00am.
Footballer Suspended After Betting Against Own Team
An Eircom league player has been suspended after betting against his own team. The Football Association of Ireland has launched an investigation into betting activities at St Patrick's Athletic after midfielder Gary Dempsey was suspended on Saturday for placing the €20 bet.
An Eircom league player has been suspended after betting against his own team. The Football Association of Ireland has launched an investigation into betting activities at St Patrick's Athletic after midfielder Gary Dempsey was suspended on Saturday for placing the €20 bet.
More Budget Protests Expected
A number of protests are expected as budget cuts are implemented throughout Ireland's public services. Teachers and students have joined forces to oppose the recent education cuts.
A number of protests are expected as budget cuts are implemented throughout Ireland's public services. Teachers and students have joined forces to oppose the recent education cuts.
Man Arrested In Child Porn International Operation
A man has been arrested in Dublin following an international operation into Internet child pornography.
A man has been arrested in Dublin following an international operation into Internet child pornography.
Fine Gael TD Says Harney Should Consider Position
A Fine Gael TD has called for Mary Harney to consider her position if she doesn't reverse the cervical cancer vaccine cut. It is the second time the Minister for Health has seen her job in jeopardy following the dissolving of her political party, the Progressive Democrats, last week.
A Fine Gael TD has called for Mary Harney to consider her position if she doesn't reverse the cervical cancer vaccine cut. It is the second time the Minister for Health has seen her job in jeopardy following the dissolving of her political party, the Progressive Democrats, last week.
Aer Lingus Strike Action Notice Served
Siptu will serve Aer Lingus with a strike notice today after last week's vote over the airline's proposed cost-cutting plan. The airline has recently put forward proposals that could see up to 1,500 jobs being outsourced to other firms as part of their planned €74 million in cuts.
Siptu will serve Aer Lingus with a strike notice today after last week's vote over the airline's proposed cost-cutting plan. The airline has recently put forward proposals that could see up to 1,500 jobs being outsourced to other firms as part of their planned €74 million in cuts.
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