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Irish News on Fri, Oct 27 2017, 3,287 days ago
Govt Strongly Criticised For Not Backing Motion On Housing Emergency
Sinn Féin has strongly criticised Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael for voting against a motion brought forward by Deputy Seamus Healy calling on the government to declare a Housing emergency.
Sinn Féin has strongly criticised Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael for voting against a motion brought forward by Deputy Seamus Healy calling on the government to declare a Housing emergency.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 27 2016, 3,652 days ago
Fianna Fáil & Sinn Féin Slam Govt Over Amendments To Anti-Fracking Bill
Both Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin have criticised the government's amendments to a proposed anti-fracking bill.
Both Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin have criticised the government's amendments to a proposed anti-fracking bill.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 27 2015, 4,018 days ago
Rent Control Measure Could Affect Tenants - SF
A proposal from the government to limit rent certainty measures to those in receipt of Rent Supplement could decrease the number landlords willing to take rent supplement tenants.
A proposal from the government to limit rent certainty measures to those in receipt of Rent Supplement could decrease the number landlords willing to take rent supplement tenants.
Govt 'Finally Wakes Up' To Crime Wave - FF
The government has "finally woken up" to a wave of burglaries across the country "just months" before the next general election, Fianna Fáil candidate James Lawless has said. Cllr Lawless made the comments as the Justice (Burglary of Dwellings) Bill 2015 makes its way through the Dáil.
The government has "finally woken up" to a wave of burglaries across the country "just months" before the next general election, Fianna Fáil candidate James Lawless has said. Cllr Lawless made the comments as the Justice (Burglary of Dwellings) Bill 2015 makes its way through the Dáil.
New 2016 Quota Set For Irish Fishermen
Irish fishermen will have a mackerel quota of 75,000 tonnes in 2016 following the conclusion of talks at the National Seafood Centre in Clonakilty, Co Cork. The quotas were negotiated between the European Union, Norway and the Faroe Islands.
Irish fishermen will have a mackerel quota of 75,000 tonnes in 2016 following the conclusion of talks at the National Seafood Centre in Clonakilty, Co Cork. The quotas were negotiated between the European Union, Norway and the Faroe Islands.
Minister For Foreign Affairs Begins Five-Day US Visit
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has begun a five-day visit to the United States during which he will address the UN General Assembly and meet with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon in New York.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has begun a five-day visit to the United States during which he will address the UN General Assembly and meet with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon in New York.
Employers Urged To Follow Example Of Aldi And Living Wage
Employers in Ireland have been encouraged to examine the business and social case for the Living Wage and the benefits it can bring to their staff.
Employers in Ireland have been encouraged to examine the business and social case for the Living Wage and the benefits it can bring to their staff.
Search Operation Resumes For Man Feared To Have Fallen Into The Sea
A search and rescue operation has resumed for a 19-year-old man, feared to have fallen into the sea in Co Clare. The operation was launched on Monday when a report was received that the man was missing at about 11am. It is understood he has not been seen since Sunday night.
A search and rescue operation has resumed for a 19-year-old man, feared to have fallen into the sea in Co Clare. The operation was launched on Monday when a report was received that the man was missing at about 11am. It is understood he has not been seen since Sunday night.
Rail Management Urged To Engage In New Talks
Irish Rail has been urged to engage constructively with unions following the latest strike action in an ongoing dispute. SIPTU has called on Irish Rail management to honour commitments on past productivity it entered into in previous agreements with workers.
Irish Rail has been urged to engage constructively with unions following the latest strike action in an ongoing dispute. SIPTU has called on Irish Rail management to honour commitments on past productivity it entered into in previous agreements with workers.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 27 2014, 4,383 days ago
Work Starts On Bord na Móna Development
A new €1.5m development has been launched by Bord na Móna. The development, located in Lough Boora Discovery Park, Co Offaly, includes a new visitor centre and facilities.
A new €1.5m development has been launched by Bord na Móna. The development, located in Lough Boora Discovery Park, Co Offaly, includes a new visitor centre and facilities.
UCC Probes Link Between Autism And C-Sections
A new study has claimed that babies born by Caesarean section could be more likely to develop autism. The research, conducted by Ireland's University College Cork, found that the procedure appears to increase the chances of the condition by almost a quarter.
A new study has claimed that babies born by Caesarean section could be more likely to develop autism. The research, conducted by Ireland's University College Cork, found that the procedure appears to increase the chances of the condition by almost a quarter.
Funding For Cultural Sector Announced
Heather Humphreys TD, the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, has said €25,000 is to be set aside in support for Business to Arts.
Heather Humphreys TD, the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, has said €25,000 is to be set aside in support for Business to Arts.
Man Arrested Following Drugs Raid
A man has been arrested following a drugs seizure in Dublin. The raid was carried out at Grafton Hall, Aungier Street, in the south of the city at around 11.45pm on Saturday. Gardaí have said a grow house was discovered at the premises and 101 cannabis plants were seized.
A man has been arrested following a drugs seizure in Dublin. The raid was carried out at Grafton Hall, Aungier Street, in the south of the city at around 11.45pm on Saturday. Gardaí have said a grow house was discovered at the premises and 101 cannabis plants were seized.
Farmers To Block Meat Factories In Price Protest
Farmers across Ireland are expected to stage a series of blockades at a number of meat factories today as part of a protest into pricing. Thousands of farmers are said to attend the protests over complaints regarding the prices they are being paid for their cattle.
Farmers across Ireland are expected to stage a series of blockades at a number of meat factories today as part of a protest into pricing. Thousands of farmers are said to attend the protests over complaints regarding the prices they are being paid for their cattle.
New Health Survey Launched
A nationwide survey to discover how health Irish people really are, has been launched by the Department of Health and Healthy Ireland.
A nationwide survey to discover how health Irish people really are, has been launched by the Department of Health and Healthy Ireland.
Man Dies In Dublin Shooting
A man has died following a shooting in Dublin. It is understood the incident occurred in the Empress Place area in the north of the city just before midnight. The victim was shot in the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man has died following a shooting in Dublin. It is understood the incident occurred in the Empress Place area in the north of the city just before midnight. The victim was shot in the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Irish News on Thu, Oct 27 2011, 5,479 days ago
€10m Start Up Fund Announced
A new multi-million euro start up fund for new businesses has been released with the hope of encouraging overseas entrepreneurs to invest in Ireland. Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton today launched the €10million International Start-Up Fund.
A new multi-million euro start up fund for new businesses has been released with the hope of encouraging overseas entrepreneurs to invest in Ireland. Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton today launched the €10million International Start-Up Fund.
President To Attend Removal Of Garda
The outgoing President Mary McAleese will this evening attend the removal of Garda Ciarán Jones who died on Monday while trying to help commuters who were struck in the severe flooding.
The outgoing President Mary McAleese will this evening attend the removal of Garda Ciarán Jones who died on Monday while trying to help commuters who were struck in the severe flooding.
Minister Shatter Reviews Display Of Alcohol
A review will be held to decide whether current laws about the display of alcohol in shops are effective, as prominent display of alcohol remains a "concern", the drink drive limit decreases and taxes are likely to be hiked up on strong drink.
A review will be held to decide whether current laws about the display of alcohol in shops are effective, as prominent display of alcohol remains a "concern", the drink drive limit decreases and taxes are likely to be hiked up on strong drink.
Polls Open For Presidential Election
The race for Aras has ended as polls opened across the country at 7am this morning and will remain open until 10pm tonight. The ballot will decide who will become the ninth president of Ireland- the successful candidate will take over from Mary McAleese who was elected in 1997.
The race for Aras has ended as polls opened across the country at 7am this morning and will remain open until 10pm tonight. The ballot will decide who will become the ninth president of Ireland- the successful candidate will take over from Mary McAleese who was elected in 1997.
Irish News on Wed, Oct 27 2010, 5,844 days ago
We Are All In This Together – Taoiseach
In a candid address to the Dáil today, Taoiseach Brian Cowen has said everyone will have a part to play in the forthcoming budgetary hardships, saying "we really are all in this together".
In a candid address to the Dáil today, Taoiseach Brian Cowen has said everyone will have a part to play in the forthcoming budgetary hardships, saying "we really are all in this together".
Man Shot In Dublin At Weekend Dies
A man who was seriously injured following a shooting incident in Dublin on Sunday, has died in hospital. Robert Ryle, 30, from Ballyfermot Dublin was pronounced dead this morning at Tallaght General Hospital.
A man who was seriously injured following a shooting incident in Dublin on Sunday, has died in hospital. Robert Ryle, 30, from Ballyfermot Dublin was pronounced dead this morning at Tallaght General Hospital.
€15bn Cut Will Affect Living Standards
The Taoiseach has admitted the Government's unprecedented €15 billion cut in spending over the next four years will affect living standards. Brian Cowen made the admission this morning after a two day cabinet meeting where minister's drew up a plan to tackle Ireland's vast deficit.
The Taoiseach has admitted the Government's unprecedented €15 billion cut in spending over the next four years will affect living standards. Brian Cowen made the admission this morning after a two day cabinet meeting where minister's drew up a plan to tackle Ireland's vast deficit.
Two Teens Killed In Separate Collisions
Two teenagers have been fatally injured during two separate road collisions in Westmeath and County Cork.
Two teenagers have been fatally injured during two separate road collisions in Westmeath and County Cork.
PSNI Man Removed From Duty Over Cell Death
The death of a Northern man in police custody last year in Londonderry continues to be controversial with news that a police officer has been suspended over the death by suicide of republican John Brady last October.
The death of a Northern man in police custody last year in Londonderry continues to be controversial with news that a police officer has been suspended over the death by suicide of republican John Brady last October.
Rentals 'Sub-Standard', Says Donohue
Information obtained by Fine Gael Senator Paschal Donohoe indicates that of, the 19,800 rental properties inspected in 2009, a staggering 4,306 failed to meet minimum legal standards.
Information obtained by Fine Gael Senator Paschal Donohoe indicates that of, the 19,800 rental properties inspected in 2009, a staggering 4,306 failed to meet minimum legal standards.
Damage From North's Rioting Tops £400K
It has been claimed this morning that the cost of replacing a bus taken from a female bus driver in Newtownabbey, Co Antrim and burned by rioters will be as much as £200,000.
It has been claimed this morning that the cost of replacing a bus taken from a female bus driver in Newtownabbey, Co Antrim and burned by rioters will be as much as £200,000.
Irish News on Tue, Oct 27 2009, 6,209 days ago
Swine Flu Jab Advised For Pregnant Women
The Health Service Executive has said pregnant women should come forward for a swine flu vaccine. The urge to pregnant women is part of the executive's vaccination programme officially due to start on 2 November.
The Health Service Executive has said pregnant women should come forward for a swine flu vaccine. The urge to pregnant women is part of the executive's vaccination programme officially due to start on 2 November.
Sex Charges Hit Tipperary-Born Archbishop
A complaint of child sexual abuse has been levied against a Tipperary-born archbishop. It is the first official charge of clerical child molestation against an Irish archbishop, and comes in the run up to the publication of the Murphy report focusing on abuse in the Archdiocese of Dublin.
A complaint of child sexual abuse has been levied against a Tipperary-born archbishop. It is the first official charge of clerical child molestation against an Irish archbishop, and comes in the run up to the publication of the Murphy report focusing on abuse in the Archdiocese of Dublin.
Man Held Over Fatal Crash Released
A man held in connection with a fatal road accident in Co Cork yesterday has been released by Gardaí. The man was arrested after a fatal accident in County Cork in the early hours of yesterday morning. Two men in their 20s were killed in the head on collision of two vehicles at approximately 2.
A man held in connection with a fatal road accident in Co Cork yesterday has been released by Gardaí. The man was arrested after a fatal accident in County Cork in the early hours of yesterday morning. Two men in their 20s were killed in the head on collision of two vehicles at approximately 2.
Teenage Girl Arrested Over Unexploded Device
A teenage girl is being held by Gardaí in connection with the discovery of an unexploded device in County Limerick. Gardaí said they are investigating the discovery of what is believed to be an improvised explosive device at St Mary’s Park, Limerick city centre.
A teenage girl is being held by Gardaí in connection with the discovery of an unexploded device in County Limerick. Gardaí said they are investigating the discovery of what is believed to be an improvised explosive device at St Mary’s Park, Limerick city centre.
Two Arrested Over Thurles Assault
Two males have been arrested in connection with a "serious assault" that took place during the early hours of Sunday morning in Thurles.
Two males have been arrested in connection with a "serious assault" that took place during the early hours of Sunday morning in Thurles.
Arrest Follows Gun Attack In North
Four children and two adults escaped injury when two masked men, one of whom was armed with a handgun, fired at a house in west Belfast overnight. It happened at White Rise, Lagmore on Monday evening.
Four children and two adults escaped injury when two masked men, one of whom was armed with a handgun, fired at a house in west Belfast overnight. It happened at White Rise, Lagmore on Monday evening.
'Renewed Focus' Promised Over Burglaries
The Gardaí Commissioner has vowed to give "renewed focus" after statistics published today showed a marked increase in the number of burglaries throughout the state. Figures released today by the Central Statistics Office have revealed that burglary and related offences increased by 26.
The Gardaí Commissioner has vowed to give "renewed focus" after statistics published today showed a marked increase in the number of burglaries throughout the state. Figures released today by the Central Statistics Office have revealed that burglary and related offences increased by 26.
Mayor Backs 'Connecting In Drogheda'
There has been a pledge of support for an important community facility in Co Louth. Drogheda Mayor Michael O'Dowd has pledged the support of the Borough Council for the Connect centre, terming it a vital commodity in the present climate for so many people in the town.
There has been a pledge of support for an important community facility in Co Louth. Drogheda Mayor Michael O'Dowd has pledged the support of the Borough Council for the Connect centre, terming it a vital commodity in the present climate for so many people in the town.
Irish News on Mon, Oct 27 2008, 6,574 days ago
21-Year-Old Arrested Over Hit And Run
A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a hit and run incident in Co Cavan. Gardai in Bailieboro investigating the fatal collision, which led to the death of Northern Ireland man Johnathon Heagney, have arrested a 21-year-old man in the Kingscourt area of Cavan.
A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a hit and run incident in Co Cavan. Gardai in Bailieboro investigating the fatal collision, which led to the death of Northern Ireland man Johnathon Heagney, have arrested a 21-year-old man in the Kingscourt area of Cavan.
Two Escape Injury Following Driving Gun Attack
Gardai at Finglas are investigating a shooting at Hampton Wood Road, Fingla at 11.30am on Saturday. Two males travelling in a car were fired upon by the male passanger of a second car, a blue Chevrolet Lacetti Estate, forcing it to stop.
Gardai at Finglas are investigating a shooting at Hampton Wood Road, Fingla at 11.30am on Saturday. Two males travelling in a car were fired upon by the male passanger of a second car, a blue Chevrolet Lacetti Estate, forcing it to stop.
Light Aircraft Crash Victims Named
Gardai have now named the four people who died at the weekend in a light plane crash.
Gardai have now named the four people who died at the weekend in a light plane crash.
Number Of Homeless Women On Dublin Streets Rises
The number of women facing homelessness in Dublin is significantly rising, according the Simon Community. One hundred and forty eight women sought help from the charity's "rough-sleeper" team in the first six months of this year, compared with 71 for the same period last year.
The number of women facing homelessness in Dublin is significantly rising, according the Simon Community. One hundred and forty eight women sought help from the charity's "rough-sleeper" team in the first six months of this year, compared with 71 for the same period last year.
Christmas Welfare Bonus Confirmed
The Minister for Social and Family Affairs has confirmed the annual welfare bonus will be paid this year in time for Christmas.
The Minister for Social and Family Affairs has confirmed the annual welfare bonus will be paid this year in time for Christmas.
Concern Over Irish Men's Health
Concern in growing that Irish men are becoming increasingly unhealthy, as new figures reveal Six in 10 Irish men are now overweight, although women are far less likely to be obese.
Concern in growing that Irish men are becoming increasingly unhealthy, as new figures reveal Six in 10 Irish men are now overweight, although women are far less likely to be obese.
Search Underway For Missing Man
A major search operation is underway in Co Wexford for a man who has been missing since Friday night. The 44-year-old man is from the Enniscorthy area and was last seen near Courtown Harbour at around 6.30pm that evening.
A major search operation is underway in Co Wexford for a man who has been missing since Friday night. The 44-year-old man is from the Enniscorthy area and was last seen near Courtown Harbour at around 6.30pm that evening.
Disabled Speak Out
A Donegal group representing people with disabilities has meet with Tanaiste Mary Coughlan to discuss the decision in last week's Budget to raise the age of eligibility for Disability Allowance from 16 to 18.
A Donegal group representing people with disabilities has meet with Tanaiste Mary Coughlan to discuss the decision in last week's Budget to raise the age of eligibility for Disability Allowance from 16 to 18.
NI Man Killed In Hit And Run
Gardaí have named the Northern Ireland man killed in a tragic hit-and-run incident on Saturday night. The 26-year-old male has been named as Jonathan Heagney from Aughnagar, Galbally, Dungannon, Co. Tyrone.
Gardaí have named the Northern Ireland man killed in a tragic hit-and-run incident on Saturday night. The 26-year-old male has been named as Jonathan Heagney from Aughnagar, Galbally, Dungannon, Co. Tyrone.
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