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Irish News on Thu, Apr 3 2025, 365 days ago
US Tariffs Threaten Irish And Northern Irish Economies
The United States has announced the imposition of tariffs on a range of goods from the European Union, including those from Ireland and potentially impacting Northern Ireland.
The United States has announced the imposition of tariffs on a range of goods from the European Union, including those from Ireland and potentially impacting Northern Ireland.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 3 2017, 3,287 days ago
Drugs And Car Seized In Criminal Asset Bureau Operation
Searches have been carried out by officers from the Criminal Assets Bureau at 12 locations in Dublin, Kildare and Meath as part of ongoing investigations into a west Dublin criminal group. During the operation the Bureau seized a large amounts of financial documentation and electronic media.
Searches have been carried out by officers from the Criminal Assets Bureau at 12 locations in Dublin, Kildare and Meath as part of ongoing investigations into a west Dublin criminal group. During the operation the Bureau seized a large amounts of financial documentation and electronic media.
'Brexit SME Scorecard' Aims To Let Companies Self-Assess Their Risk
Enterprise Ireland has launched the 'Brexit SME Scorecard', a new interactive online platform which can be used by all Irish companies to self-assess their exposure to Brexit under six business pillars.
Enterprise Ireland has launched the 'Brexit SME Scorecard', a new interactive online platform which can be used by all Irish companies to self-assess their exposure to Brexit under six business pillars.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 3 2014, 4,383 days ago
Man Released Over Trinity College Car Incident
A man who was arrested in connection with an incident in which a car was driven through the campus of Trinity College Dublin and rammed into the front gates has been released without charge.
A man who was arrested in connection with an incident in which a car was driven through the campus of Trinity College Dublin and rammed into the front gates has been released without charge.
Committee Releases Tobacco Packaging Report
Information messages detailing the ingredients and emissions of tobacco products should be required on at least one side of tobacco packaging, according to a new report by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children.
Information messages detailing the ingredients and emissions of tobacco products should be required on at least one side of tobacco packaging, according to a new report by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children.
Trinity Scientists Make Eye Disease Breakthrough
Scientists at Trinity College Dublin have made a major breakthrough that could help sufferers of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), an eye disease that can cause central blindness in sufferers.
Scientists at Trinity College Dublin have made a major breakthrough that could help sufferers of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), an eye disease that can cause central blindness in sufferers.
500 Jobs Announced For Dublin And Clare
Three separate firms are to create a total of 500 jobs in Dublin and in Shannon, County Clare. Ryanair is to create 200 new jobs primarily for technology, software development and digital marketing specialists.
Three separate firms are to create a total of 500 jobs in Dublin and in Shannon, County Clare. Ryanair is to create 200 new jobs primarily for technology, software development and digital marketing specialists.
Eight Arrested Over Modified Car Rally
Eight people, a woman and seven men, have been arrested in County Clare for participating in an illegal modified car rally. All eight were charged in connection with the incident and released on bail. They will appear before Ennis District on 23 April 2014.
Eight people, a woman and seven men, have been arrested in County Clare for participating in an illegal modified car rally. All eight were charged in connection with the incident and released on bail. They will appear before Ennis District on 23 April 2014.
Justice Minister Orders Prison Phone Investigation
Justice Minister Alan Shatter has requested the Inspector of Prisons to carry out an investigation after it emerged that thousands of conversations between solicitors and prisoners were recorded.
Justice Minister Alan Shatter has requested the Inspector of Prisons to carry out an investigation after it emerged that thousands of conversations between solicitors and prisoners were recorded.
New Taxi Regulations Announced
Public Transport Minister Alan Kelly has announced the introduction of new regulations for taxis set to come into force this month.
Public Transport Minister Alan Kelly has announced the introduction of new regulations for taxis set to come into force this month.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 3 2013, 4,748 days ago
Irish Actor Milo O'Shea Dies
Irish actor, Mila O'Shea, has died in New York after a short illness at the age of 86. Early success on stage in Dublin followed him to the UK where he starred in Glory Be! at the Theatre Royal, Stratford East.
Irish actor, Mila O'Shea, has died in New York after a short illness at the age of 86. Early success on stage in Dublin followed him to the UK where he starred in Glory Be! at the Theatre Royal, Stratford East.
Man Arrested Following Drugs Find
Drugs with an estimated street value of €170,000 have been seized by gardai during a raid on a property in west Dublin. Cocaine and cannabis was found during the raid at a house in Balgaddy. A gun and ammunition were also discovered.
Drugs with an estimated street value of €170,000 have been seized by gardai during a raid on a property in west Dublin. Cocaine and cannabis was found during the raid at a house in Balgaddy. A gun and ammunition were also discovered.
Post-Mortem Due On Body Discovered in North Dublin
A post-mortem is due to be carried out today on the body of a man discovered in Dublin on Tuesday afternoon. The body was discovered by a farmer lying face down in a field in Balheary close to Swords at around 3pm. Examinations discovered the man to have been in his early 20s.
A post-mortem is due to be carried out today on the body of a man discovered in Dublin on Tuesday afternoon. The body was discovered by a farmer lying face down in a field in Balheary close to Swords at around 3pm. Examinations discovered the man to have been in his early 20s.
FG Welcome USA's Willingness To Be Involved In Building A Better Future
Fine Gael Donegal North East Deputy, Joe McHugh, has said that statements by US President, Barack Obama, and US Secretary of State, John Kerry, marking the 15th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, demonstrate the USA's willingness to be actively involved in building a better future for Ireland
Fine Gael Donegal North East Deputy, Joe McHugh, has said that statements by US President, Barack Obama, and US Secretary of State, John Kerry, marking the 15th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, demonstrate the USA's willingness to be actively involved in building a better future for Ireland
Call For Minister To Immediately Pay Outstanding DAS Monies
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Agriculture, Éamon Ó Cuív TD, has called for the Minister for Agriculture to immediately ensure the payment of all outstanding Disadvantaged Area Scheme (DAS) monies owed to farmers.
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Agriculture, Éamon Ó Cuív TD, has called for the Minister for Agriculture to immediately ensure the payment of all outstanding Disadvantaged Area Scheme (DAS) monies owed to farmers.
USI Calls For Significant Investment In Youth Guarantee Scheme
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has called for significant investment in the Youth Guarantee scheme as Eurostat figures show an unemployment rate of 30.8% among Ireland’s under 25s. This is an increase of 0.
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has called for significant investment in the Youth Guarantee scheme as Eurostat figures show an unemployment rate of 30.8% among Ireland’s under 25s. This is an increase of 0.
Nightly Water Restrictions Remain In Dublin City
Following the last five night's water restrictions in effect in Dublin City, the City Council has announced nightly hours of restriction, which will remain in place but the operative hours will be reduced to 10 hours for the next two nights - from 9.00pm to 7.
Following the last five night's water restrictions in effect in Dublin City, the City Council has announced nightly hours of restriction, which will remain in place but the operative hours will be reduced to 10 hours for the next two nights - from 9.00pm to 7.
Irish News on Tue, Apr 3 2012, 5,113 days ago
Civil Servants Check Passports At Dublin Airport
A pilot scheme has seen civil servants replacing gardaí for passport control duties at Dublin Airport. During daytime hours civil servants from the Department of Justice take over immigration control duties at Pier B in Terminal 1 at Dublin Airport. Gardaí remain on duty outside these hours.
A pilot scheme has seen civil servants replacing gardaí for passport control duties at Dublin Airport. During daytime hours civil servants from the Department of Justice take over immigration control duties at Pier B in Terminal 1 at Dublin Airport. Gardaí remain on duty outside these hours.
Six Die From Respiratory Illness In Donegal Nursing Home
It was reported to the HSE last night that six deaths have occurred in a private nursing home in Buncrana, Co Donegal between the 22nd March and the 2nd April 2012. Five of these deaths occurred in a cluster over the past five days.
It was reported to the HSE last night that six deaths have occurred in a private nursing home in Buncrana, Co Donegal between the 22nd March and the 2nd April 2012. Five of these deaths occurred in a cluster over the past five days.
Minister Launches Líofa In Carntogher
The north's languages Minister Carál Ní Chuilín has launched the Líofa campaign in Carntogher, Co Derry. The initiative encourages people to learn Irish with the goal of becoming fluent by 2015.
The north's languages Minister Carál Ní Chuilín has launched the Líofa campaign in Carntogher, Co Derry. The initiative encourages people to learn Irish with the goal of becoming fluent by 2015.
Irish Sporting Legends Launch The Great Garda Run 2012
Garda Commissioner, Ryan Tubridy and Irish Sporting Legends have launched the 'Great Garda Run 2012' at the Aviva Stadium. The event will see 100 members of An Garda Siochana participate in the Munich Marathon on Sunday 14th October 2012, in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.
Garda Commissioner, Ryan Tubridy and Irish Sporting Legends have launched the 'Great Garda Run 2012' at the Aviva Stadium. The event will see 100 members of An Garda Siochana participate in the Munich Marathon on Sunday 14th October 2012, in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin.
Man Dies In N2 Collision
Gardai in Ashbourne, Co Meath are investigating the circumstances of a fatal road traffic collision on the N2 just outside Ashbourne. The collision between a lorry and a van occurred at around 9.05pm on the 2nd April at The Rath, Ashbourne, just outside the town.
Gardai in Ashbourne, Co Meath are investigating the circumstances of a fatal road traffic collision on the N2 just outside Ashbourne. The collision between a lorry and a van occurred at around 9.05pm on the 2nd April at The Rath, Ashbourne, just outside the town.
Irish News on Fri, Apr 3 2009, 6,209 days ago
Cowen Says 'Major Tax Changes' Ahead
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen, has said there will be "major tax changes" in the upcoming budget. Mr Cowen further reiterated there will be no "silver bullet" to rescue the economy in next week's emergency budget.
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen, has said there will be "major tax changes" in the upcoming budget. Mr Cowen further reiterated there will be no "silver bullet" to rescue the economy in next week's emergency budget.
Ireland €3.7 Billion In The Red
The Finance Minister Brian Lenihan has revealed Ireland's economy is in serious difficulty lying €3.7billion in debt in the first three months of 2009.
The Finance Minister Brian Lenihan has revealed Ireland's economy is in serious difficulty lying €3.7billion in debt in the first three months of 2009.
Study Says 'Religious People Happier And Healthier'
A study from a conservative think-tank claims people who practice religion are happier and healthier than those who don't.
A study from a conservative think-tank claims people who practice religion are happier and healthier than those who don't.
CPSU Warn Of Pay Cuts' Resistance
The main civil service union has said it will oppose any Government plans for paycuts in the emergency budget next week.
The main civil service union has said it will oppose any Government plans for paycuts in the emergency budget next week.
Staff Refuse A&E Downgrading
Plans to end round-the-clock A&E services at Ennis and Nenagh hospitals have been rejected by staff. The health service unions have decided not to co-operate with the decision to begin withdrawing the 24-hour A&E cover in Ennis and Nenagh from Monday.
Plans to end round-the-clock A&E services at Ennis and Nenagh hospitals have been rejected by staff. The health service unions have decided not to co-operate with the decision to begin withdrawing the 24-hour A&E cover in Ennis and Nenagh from Monday.
600 SR Technics Workers Clock In For Last Day
Amid sorrowful scenes the first wave of axed SR Technics workers finished today as the rolling mass lay-offs begin at the plant. The company is set to let 600 employees go today, with almost the same number due to be made redundant between now and August.
Amid sorrowful scenes the first wave of axed SR Technics workers finished today as the rolling mass lay-offs begin at the plant. The company is set to let 600 employees go today, with almost the same number due to be made redundant between now and August.
Fine Gael Hold Ard Fheis This Weekend
Fine Gael are to hold their Ard Fheis this weekend in Co Dublin. Delegates from Ireland's largest opposition party will gather for the opening ceremony this evening at the Citywest hotel in Saggart.
Fine Gael are to hold their Ard Fheis this weekend in Co Dublin. Delegates from Ireland's largest opposition party will gather for the opening ceremony this evening at the Citywest hotel in Saggart.
IBEC Calls For Cut In Welfare Payments
Despite the calamitous scenes at welfare offices around the country, the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC) have called for a cut in welfare payments. The confederation have asked the Government to consider a 3% cut to welfare payments for inclusion in the budget next Tuesday.
Despite the calamitous scenes at welfare offices around the country, the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC) have called for a cut in welfare payments. The confederation have asked the Government to consider a 3% cut to welfare payments for inclusion in the budget next Tuesday.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 3 2008, 6,574 days ago
Bertie Censures Tribunal's Treatment
The Taoiseach has hit out at the Mahon Tribunal in its treatment of his secretary Grainne Carruth. Speaking to reporters on Dublin on Thursday, Bertie Ahern described the treatment of his Ms Carruth as "appalling".
The Taoiseach has hit out at the Mahon Tribunal in its treatment of his secretary Grainne Carruth. Speaking to reporters on Dublin on Thursday, Bertie Ahern described the treatment of his Ms Carruth as "appalling".
Worker Killed In Steel Plant Accident
A man has been killed following an incident at a steel plant in Cork this morning. The 62-year-old worker died at around 9.30am after an accident at the Duggan Steel plant in Millstreet in North Cork.
A man has been killed following an incident at a steel plant in Cork this morning. The 62-year-old worker died at around 9.30am after an accident at the Duggan Steel plant in Millstreet in North Cork.
Inmate Sues State Over Boiling Water Attack
A Dublin man has decided to sue the governor of Wheatfield Prison and the state after a fellow inmate attacked him. Gary Breen, 31, of Hillview Grove, Ballinteer, had been serving a 12-month sentence at the time of the alleged attack for having no tax or insurance.
A Dublin man has decided to sue the governor of Wheatfield Prison and the state after a fellow inmate attacked him. Gary Breen, 31, of Hillview Grove, Ballinteer, had been serving a 12-month sentence at the time of the alleged attack for having no tax or insurance.
Pole Accused Of 'Hanging' Partner
A Polish Man has appeared in court accused of trying to fake the suicide of his partner. The court heard how Mr Lech Szymczk, of North great Charles Street, Dublin 1, tried to hang his girlfriend to make it look like a suicide.
A Polish Man has appeared in court accused of trying to fake the suicide of his partner. The court heard how Mr Lech Szymczk, of North great Charles Street, Dublin 1, tried to hang his girlfriend to make it look like a suicide.
Much More Irish Speakers Needed To Save Language
The Gaeltacht Minister has warned Ireland needs 250,000 more Irish speakers by 2028 to save the language. Speaking during a visit to the US, TD Eamon O'Cuiv called for more courage and leadership to ensure the native tongue thrives in a globalised world.
The Gaeltacht Minister has warned Ireland needs 250,000 more Irish speakers by 2028 to save the language. Speaking during a visit to the US, TD Eamon O'Cuiv called for more courage and leadership to ensure the native tongue thrives in a globalised world.
14 Year-Old Blasts Limerick House
A family home in Limerick has been attacked by a 14 year-old armed with a shotgun and apparently 'drugged up'.
A family home in Limerick has been attacked by a 14 year-old armed with a shotgun and apparently 'drugged up'.
Ireland's Biggest Service Station Opens At Dublin Docks
The largest service station in Ireland was officially opened today by the Minster for Transport, Noel Dempsey. The €7m station, which is four times larger than a typical Irish service station, is owned by Topaz Ireland and located at the gateway to Dublin Port.
The largest service station in Ireland was officially opened today by the Minster for Transport, Noel Dempsey. The €7m station, which is four times larger than a typical Irish service station, is owned by Topaz Ireland and located at the gateway to Dublin Port.
Dempsey Admits Ambitions For Leadership
Transport minister Noel Dempsey has refused to rule himself out of the race to become the next leader of Fianna Fáil following Bertie's shock resignation.
Transport minister Noel Dempsey has refused to rule himself out of the race to become the next leader of Fianna Fáil following Bertie's shock resignation.
Cassells Recommends Cork Pay Terminal Debts
Trouble-shooter and former trade union leader Peter Cassells has recommended that Cork Airport should pay a €100 million debt to end a dispute with Dublin Airport.
Trouble-shooter and former trade union leader Peter Cassells has recommended that Cork Airport should pay a €100 million debt to end a dispute with Dublin Airport.
Martin Pulls Himself Out Of Race
Enterprise Minister, Micheál Martin has declined the opportunity to run for Taoiseach. The former secondary school teacher has instead endorsed the current favourite to take office, Brian Cowen.
Enterprise Minister, Micheál Martin has declined the opportunity to run for Taoiseach. The former secondary school teacher has instead endorsed the current favourite to take office, Brian Cowen.
The Great Ape-scape
An orang-utan has gone ‘over the top’ at Dublin Zoo making a bid for freedom after 24 years of captivity. The orang-utan, named Maggie, climbed over the wall of her enclosure, managing an hour on the run before her recapture.
An orang-utan has gone ‘over the top’ at Dublin Zoo making a bid for freedom after 24 years of captivity. The orang-utan, named Maggie, climbed over the wall of her enclosure, managing an hour on the run before her recapture.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
