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Irish News on Fri, Jul 28 2017, 3,287 days ago

Govt Accused Of 'Failing Young People'
Labour has accused the Government of failing young people following the publication of Central Statistics Office (CSO) figures. Labour spokesperson on urban regeneration, Joe Costello, said: "The 2016 Census figures released by the CSO today make stark reading.

Irish News on Thu, Jul 28 2016, 3,652 days ago

Political Parties Welcome New Center Parcs Development
Fianna Fáil and Labour have welcomed the announcement that planning permission has been approved to build a new Center Parcs development in Co Longford. Labour Deputy Willie Penrose said he is looking forward to construction work commencing as soon as possible.
Unexploded Bomb Found In Kildare Garden
An unexploded bomb has been uncovered in the front garden of a home in Kildare. It is understood the homeowner immediately contacted Gardaí after discovering the device at about 3.30pm on Wednesday. Gardaí alerted the Army bomb disposal unit to examine the find.
SIPTU Welcomes Confirmation of Additional Payment For Mental Health Nurses
SIPTU has welcomed confirmation that the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform has approved a payment recognising the vital role of community mental health nurses.
Banks Results Highlight Need For Reductions For Mortgage Customers - FF
Recent financial results and trading statements of banks has highlighted the need for a reduction of interest rates for variable rate mortgage customers, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance Michael McGrath has said.
Fresh Appeal Issued For Woman Missing Since 1998
Gardaí investigating the disappearance of Deirdre Jacob in 1998 have issued a fresh appeal for information. Ms Jacob was last seen crossing the road towards the entrance to her home at 3pm at Roseberry, Newbridge, Co. Kildare on Tuesday, 28 July 1998. She was eighteen years old at the time.
DMS Ireland Expansion To Create 50 New Jobs
Up to 50 news jobs are to be created in Dublin with the expansion of DMS. The firm has confirmed it is to open a new, modern office in the city. The new jobs will be based in risk, trade execution, verification, settlement, investment management support and governance roles.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To Alleged Sexual Assault In Clondalkin
Gardaí are investigating an alleged sexual assault in Clondalkin this morning, 28 July. According to reports a woman was walking along the Lucan-Newlands Road towards Clondalkin at about 3am when she was attacked by at least three men.
New Working Group Established To Examine Post Office Development
A new Working Group has been established to examine how Post Offices could act as community hubs, the Minister of State for Regional Economic Development, Michael Ring, has announced.
Three People Killed In Donegal Traffic Collision
Two men and a woman have died in a serious road traffic collision at Corravaddy in Donegal. The collision between two cars occurred at around 1am this morning, 28 July, approximately four miles from Letterkenny.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 28 2015, 4,018 days ago

300 New Jobs Announced By Uber For Limerick
Almost 300 new jobs are to be created in Limerick city by international transportation company, Uber. The company has said that around 150 jobs will be created by the end of this year at a new customer services hub.
Three Arrested In Animal Cruelty Investigation
Three people have been arrested as part of an investigation into animal cruelty and neglect at a farm in Co Carlow.
Eurostat Report 'Major Blow' To Government
Reports that Eurostat rejected a plan to keep Irish Water "off balance sheet", has been described as a "major blow" to the government.
€80 Announced For Urban Centres Across Ireland
A total of €80 million has been secured for local authorities across Ireland under the Designated Urban Centres Grants Scheme 2014-2020.
Investigation Into Co Louth Body Find
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of woman's body at a house in Louth. Gardaí uncovered the body in a house at Rathmore, Hackballscross, Louth at approximately 3.45pm this afternoon on Monday.
Appeal Issued For Missing 13-Year-Old
Gardaí have appealed for help tracing missing 13-year-old, Christopher Kiely, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. The teenager is described as 5'9''. When last seen Christopher was wearing a grey Adidas tracksuit bottom with black stripes, a bright sky blue t-shirt and black jacket.
Marriage Equality 'Only A Matter Of Time' - SF
Marriage equality is "only a matter of time", Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has said. The Louth TD made the comments ahead of a Belfast Pride events in the city's Ulster Hall on Monday night.

Irish News on Mon, Jul 28 2014, 4,383 days ago

Ryanair Increases Profit Forecast
Ryanair has increased its annual profit forecast after its net income more than doubled for the three months to June. In its latest trading update, the budget airline said its Q2 profit rose to €197m, compared to €78m the previous year.
ESB No Longer Selling Power Stations
The Electricity Supply Board (ESB) has said it is no longer selling two peat-fired power stations in the midlands.
Ivor Callely Jailed For Five Months
Former Junior Minister Ivor Callely has been jailed for five months for fraudulently claiming mobile expenses while he was a senator. According to reports, Mr Callely pleaded guilty to four counts of using invoices, believing them to be false instruments, between November 2007 and December 2009.
Visitor Numbers Continue To Grow
Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, Paschal Donohoe TD, has welcomed a continued growth in overseas visitor numbers for the first six months of 2014. Released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), the figures reveal that overall trips to Ireland increased by 10.
Inmate Dies At Mountjoy Prison
An investigation has been launched after an inmate was found dead in a cell at Mountjoy Prison. It is understood the man, who was in his 30s, was found collapsed in his cell at around 3.30am on Saaturday morning. He was taken to the Mater Hospital, but was pronounced dead a short time later.
Cyclist Killed In Motorway Crash
A cyclist has been killed after being struck by a car on the M1 motorway. The incident happened at around 5pm on Sunday, between junctions three and four of the M1, near Swords, Co Dublin. It is understood the victim, a man aged 50, was taken to Beaumont Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
100 Jobs To Be Created In Dublin
Up to 100 new jobs are to be created in Dublin by IT services company Version 1. The €8m investment is being supported by the BDO Development Capital Fund. It is part of the first investment since the launch of the €75m fund in March.

Irish News on Thu, Jul 28 2011, 5,479 days ago

Man Arrested For Attempted Abduction
Gardai investigating the circumstances of an attempted abduction in County Offaly have arrested a man aged in his 40s. The man was arrested in the Tramore area of County Waterford this morning, and is currently detained at Tullamore Garda Station. The incident occurred at 8.
Encouraging Trend In Crime Figures Welcomed
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) today published the recorded crime statistics for the second quarter of 2011. Speaking on publication, the Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Mr Alan Shatter, welcomed the decreases in all of the 14 crime groups, compared with the same quarter in 2010.
Noonan Publishes Central Bank Bill 2011
Finance Minister Michael Noonan today announced the publication of the Central Bank (Supervision and Enforcement) Bill 2001. The bill responds to the regulatory failures of the financial crisis.
Sinn Fein 'Double Standards' Rankle
Sinn Fein has angered other Northern politicians after they described a PSNI operation which resulted in five arrests by officers investigating the terrorist murder of Constable Kerr as "heavy handed and reminiscent of the bad old days".
Eircom To Invest Over €100m In Fibre Rollout
Eircom Group have today announced Phase one of a plan to significantly upgrade Ireland’s telecommunications infrastructure by rolling out fibre based access technologies delivering superfast broadband to customers. Separately, the company also announced it will launch television services next year.
North's Minister Should 'Resist Calls For Lillis Release'
The DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell has urged the North's Justice Minister David Ford to "resist political pressure" from those calling for the release of Brendan Lillis - who has received Sinn Fein backing at high level.
'Hangover' Cannot Be Underestimated, Says Drinkaware
The effect of the 'Morning After' cannot be underestimated, says drinkaware.ie ahead of the August bank holiday weekend. The reality is that many people do not think about what they drank the night before when they get in the car the following morning. Fionnuala Sheehan, drinkaware.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 28 2010, 5,844 days ago

Arrest Follow Organised Crime Probe
Ten men have been arrested as part of a major operation into an organised crime burglary spree across the south and southeast. The investigation, codenamed Operation Crake, began four months ago prompted by a string of 50 burglaries at post offices and filling stations that began in 2008.
Garda Report On Anglo Delayed
Opposition party Fine Gael has criticised the Government after it emerged a Garda file on the investigation into the Anglo Irish Bank had still not been submitted.
Shared Society Document For Consultation
There has been progress on NI's aspiration to a shared future strategy with news that the public is now being asked to consult on a draft document over the next three months.
Credit Unions Say Savings Are Safe
The Irish League of Credit Unions is assuring its members their savings are safe despite a review on the sector being called.
Ireland Has Highest Birth Rate In Growing EU
With the news that the EU population has surpassed 501 million, it has been revealed Ireland boasts the highest birth rate in the Union. Ireland recorded the highest natural growth in population among member states along with the lowest death rates.
SIAC Scoop €427m Polish Contract
A major Irish civil engineering and construction firm, SIAC, has scooped a €427 million contract to build a 35km motorway in Poland. The motorway will run from Kryz to Debica and is scheduled to be completed within the next two years.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 28 2009, 6,209 days ago

Man Critically Ill With Swine Flu
A man in his 30s is critically ill in St James's Hospital in Dublin suffering from swine flu. The man, who is originally from Bratislava in Slovakia, was admitted to hospital late last week with the H1N1 virus.
Couple Arrested In Operation Platinum
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with a major ongoing Gardaí operation. The investigation into organised crime, codenamed operation Platinum, led today to a series of six searches at professional offices in Limerick along with two houses in Ennis and Limerick.
Almost 300 New Jobs Announced
Some 280 newly created jobs have been announced for Dublin and Newry today. Two separate companies made the announcements with French-owned call centre operator Teleperformance creating 200 jobs in Newry and business software firm SuccessFactors bringing up to 40 new jobs in Dublin.
Life For Man Who Murdered Ex Girlfriend
A man who murdered his ex-girlfriend in a "jealous, drunken rage" has been sentenced to life in prison. Gordon Molloy of Ballickmoyer, Co Laois was convicted on Monday at the Central Criminal Court of murdering his former girlfriend almost two years ago.
Northern Confidence Rising, Says Bank
A new survey in the North has revealed a significant reduction in the number of people there who are pessimistic about their anticipated financial position over the coming year.
Ex-Met Cop Charged Over Drugs Haul
A former high-ranking London police officer has been arrested and charged today in connection with one of the State's largest drug seizures.
On-Run Child Sex Offender Found
A convicted sex offender, who this week evaded authorities in the North for the second time in three years, has been arrested in The Republic. Police had earlier launched a manhunt to trace Paul Hunter Redpath, who is believed to pose a serious risk vulnerable children.
Man Arrested In Connection With Galway Murder
There has been an arrest in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man in Galway in June.
Derry Clue To Identity Of Sligo Body
Gardaí investigating the discovery of the body of a man found in Sligo in June have called for assistance from the public. Officers in Sligo are renewing their appeal for public assistance in identifying the body, which was found at Rosses Point on 16th June this year.

Irish News on Mon, Jul 28 2008, 6,574 days ago

Half Of Garda Want Guns Says Survey
A recent survey has shown over half of gardaí believe uniformed officers should carry guns. The online survey by Garda Review magazine found 53% of those surveyed believed rank and file officers should now be issued with firearms.
Pregnant Galway Woman To Be Sentenced For Stabbing
A pregnant Galway woman will be sentenced on Wednesday for the manslaughter of her neighbour. Una Black, 26, of Walter Macken Flats, Mervue, Galway, pleaded guilty at the Central Criminal Court to the manslaughter of 42 year-old John Malone at the flats on December 3, 2006.
Cutbacks Should Start At Top Says FG TD
A Fine Gael TD has revealed almost €10 million will be spent this year on assistance to the Taoiseach and his Ministers. The party's spokesman on Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Michael Rin has released figures showing the Taoiseach and his Ministers will spend €3.
Boffins Buck Cuts In Spending
University presidents are considering withdrawing some third level courses after the Government's recent announcement of large cutbacks.
Teen Bites Ear Of Man, 60, During Burglary
A teenager has appeared before a special sitting of Limerick District Court charged in connection with a robbery and assault on Saturday morning. The 16-year-old boy was charged with the robbery of a house in St Jude's Avenue, Ballysimon at about 3am.
IFA Claim Compromise WTO Proposals Will Damage Irish Industry
The Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) has said the compromise proposal over a new global trade deal will seriously damage Irish farming. The agreement, would lead to a 23% reduction in EU beef tariffs over the next five years, as well as an import quota of 290,000 tonnes at very low tariff rates.
3,000 Arrests Fail To Make It To Court
Lack of evidence has meant almost 3,000 criminal cases did not make it to the courts last year. Figures released by the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions reveal almost 10,000 cases were concluded, but in around 3,500 of these, a decision was taken not to go ahead with a prosecution.
Ryanair Lose 85% Profits
Ryanair have announced a huge 85% cut in their profits for this year, and have admitted they expect a overall loss for this year. It will be the first operating loss the budget airline will have experienced since going public in 1997, citing the consumer spending slowdown.
Water Tragedies Averted
A weekend of water-based emergencies concluded yesterday with an alert over a teenage girl on a wake-board. She was rescued from Lower Lough Erne and brought ashore near Irvinestown after coming off the board late on Sunday night.
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