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Irish News on Fri, Jun 15 2018, 2,557 days ago
Motion For Official Apology To Gay Men Approved
The government has backed a Labour Party motion apologising to men who were convicted of engaging in consensual same-sex sexual acts prior to the decriminalisation of homosexuality in June 1993.
The government has backed a Labour Party motion apologising to men who were convicted of engaging in consensual same-sex sexual acts prior to the decriminalisation of homosexuality in June 1993.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 15 2017, 2,922 days ago
Taoiseach Varadkar Announces New Cabinet
Newly elected Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has announced his new government, re-appointing a number of TDs to continue working within their Departments.
Newly elected Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has announced his new government, re-appointing a number of TDs to continue working within their Departments.
Public Trust In An Garda Síochána At 88%
Public trust in An Garda Síochána stands at 88%, up 2% on last year, according to the latest Garda Public Attitude Survey. The nationally representative survey contains views of 6,000 people and measures changes in public sentiment towards An Garda Síochána from 2015 to 2016.
Public trust in An Garda Síochána stands at 88%, up 2% on last year, according to the latest Garda Public Attitude Survey. The nationally representative survey contains views of 6,000 people and measures changes in public sentiment towards An Garda Síochána from 2015 to 2016.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 15 2016, 3,287 days ago
Fianna Fáil Introduces New Parole Bill 2016
Fianna Fáil has introduced a new Parole Bill 2016, which aims to protect communities and "address a significant failing in our criminal justice system", Justice spokesperson Jim O'Callaghan has announced.
Fianna Fáil has introduced a new Parole Bill 2016, which aims to protect communities and "address a significant failing in our criminal justice system", Justice spokesperson Jim O'Callaghan has announced.
Eight Million Contraband Cigarettes Seized In Wexford
Approximately eight million illegal cigarettes have been seized by Revenue officers during an operation in Wexford. The cigarettes had arrived into Dublin Port from Vietnam via Rotterdam on Friday 10 June in a container which was consigned as 'Garden Furniture'.
Approximately eight million illegal cigarettes have been seized by Revenue officers during an operation in Wexford. The cigarettes had arrived into Dublin Port from Vietnam via Rotterdam on Friday 10 June in a container which was consigned as 'Garden Furniture'.
Govt Approves €200m Local Infrastructure Fund
The Government has approved the establishment of a €200 million Local Infrastructure Fund. The fund will provide public off-site infrastructure to stimulate an increase in private housing in Dublin and in urban areas of high demand for housing.
The Government has approved the establishment of a €200 million Local Infrastructure Fund. The fund will provide public off-site infrastructure to stimulate an increase in private housing in Dublin and in urban areas of high demand for housing.
SF Criticises FF Position In The Dáil During Bill Debate
Sinn Fein Leader, Gerry Adams, has criticised Fianna Fáil during a Dáil debate over a proposed Rent Certainty Bill. Teachta Adams said that Fianna Fáil’s position of rallying against the Government at every opportunity, but voting with them in the lobbies is "an absurd position".
Sinn Fein Leader, Gerry Adams, has criticised Fianna Fáil during a Dáil debate over a proposed Rent Certainty Bill. Teachta Adams said that Fianna Fáil’s position of rallying against the Government at every opportunity, but voting with them in the lobbies is "an absurd position".
Appeal Issued For 15-Year-Old Celine Sweeney
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information on the whereabouts of 15-year-old Celine Sweeney. The teenager was last seen in the Swords area on Sunday 12 June. She is described as 5'6" in height, of slim build, with brown hair and brown eyes.
Gardaí have issued an appeal for information on the whereabouts of 15-year-old Celine Sweeney. The teenager was last seen in the Swords area on Sunday 12 June. She is described as 5'6" in height, of slim build, with brown hair and brown eyes.
Three Men Arrested After Drugs And Cash Seized In North Dublin
Three men have been arrested afte drugs and cash were seized in north Dublin, as part of ongoing investigations targeting criminal activity in the region. During the operation a number of vehicles were stopped on the M1 motorway just north of Swords, Co.
Three men have been arrested afte drugs and cash were seized in north Dublin, as part of ongoing investigations targeting criminal activity in the region. During the operation a number of vehicles were stopped on the M1 motorway just north of Swords, Co.
Over 800 New Special Needs Assistants To Be Allocated To Schools
A total of 860 new Special Needs Assistants will be available for allocation to schools from September to December this year, an increase of 7%, the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton has announced.
A total of 860 new Special Needs Assistants will be available for allocation to schools from September to December this year, an increase of 7%, the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton has announced.
SIPTU To Meet HSE Management Over Crisis In Nursing Services
SIPTU representatives are to meet with the management of the Health Service Executive (HSE) to discuss the recruitment and retention crisis within mental health nursing services.
SIPTU representatives are to meet with the management of the Health Service Executive (HSE) to discuss the recruitment and retention crisis within mental health nursing services.
Cigarettes And Car Seized By Revenue Officers
Almost 40,000 cigarettes have been seized during the search of a car and premises in the Dublin area. Revenue officers seized 39,800 cigarettes during the operation, as well as the car in which they were being transported.
Almost 40,000 cigarettes have been seized during the search of a car and premises in the Dublin area. Revenue officers seized 39,800 cigarettes during the operation, as well as the car in which they were being transported.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 15 2015, 3,653 days ago
DCC Spend More Than €1m On Graffiti Removal
Dublin City Council have spent more than €1.2m removing graffiti from city buildings and infrastructure since 2010.
Dublin City Council have spent more than €1.2m removing graffiti from city buildings and infrastructure since 2010.
Clerys Workers 'Treated Appallingly' – SF
The treatment of workers at Clerys Department Store, which has entered liquidation, has been "strongly criticised" by Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams. Mr Adams said that the 130 workers, who have lost their jobs, have been "treated appallingly".
The treatment of workers at Clerys Department Store, which has entered liquidation, has been "strongly criticised" by Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams. Mr Adams said that the 130 workers, who have lost their jobs, have been "treated appallingly".
Facebook Submit Planning Application For Co Meath Base
Facebook is to establish a new data centre in Co Meath as part of a new €200m investment. It is understood that the technology leader has submitted a planning application which, if approved, could create hundreds of temporary construction jobs and an unspecified number of permanent jobs.
Facebook is to establish a new data centre in Co Meath as part of a new €200m investment. It is understood that the technology leader has submitted a planning application which, if approved, could create hundreds of temporary construction jobs and an unspecified number of permanent jobs.
RSA And Gardaí Launch 'Blind Spot' Safety Campaign
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána have launched a new safety campaign aimed at cyclists and HGV drivers to highlight the issue of 'blind spots'. Launched today, the campaign targeting cyclists and truck drivers aims to highlight the existence of the 'Blind Spots' around trucks.
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána have launched a new safety campaign aimed at cyclists and HGV drivers to highlight the issue of 'blind spots'. Launched today, the campaign targeting cyclists and truck drivers aims to highlight the existence of the 'Blind Spots' around trucks.
FF Announce Full Support For New Employment Equality Bill
Fianna Fáil have given their full support to the new Employment Equality (Amendment) Bill 2015, which seeks to end the possibility of teachers and nurses who are gay fearing discrimination where they work in a religious run institution.
Fianna Fáil have given their full support to the new Employment Equality (Amendment) Bill 2015, which seeks to end the possibility of teachers and nurses who are gay fearing discrimination where they work in a religious run institution.
Twenty New Jobs Announced In Dublin
Fine Gael has welcomed the creation of 20 new jobs in the Digital Hub in Dublin 8. Dublin South Central TD, Catherine Byrne, said:"The announcement by Megatransfert SAS of 20 new jobs at their base in the Digital Hub is really welcome for Dublin 8 and the South West Inner City.
Fine Gael has welcomed the creation of 20 new jobs in the Digital Hub in Dublin 8. Dublin South Central TD, Catherine Byrne, said:"The announcement by Megatransfert SAS of 20 new jobs at their base in the Digital Hub is really welcome for Dublin 8 and the South West Inner City.
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Clonsilla Murder
Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Keith Walker. Mr Walker was fatally shot on Shelerin Road, Clonsilla on Friday 12 June. The men, aged 36 and 38, were arrested on Sunday in Dublin.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Keith Walker. Mr Walker was fatally shot on Shelerin Road, Clonsilla on Friday 12 June. The men, aged 36 and 38, were arrested on Sunday in Dublin.
Garda Investigate Fatal Road Accident In Co Wicklow
An investigation has been launched into a fatal road traffic accident at Coonmore, Valleymount, Co Wicklow. Gardaí have reported that a 51-year-old man died on Sunday 14 June, when his motorcycle collided with an embankment on the Wicklow Gap.
An investigation has been launched into a fatal road traffic accident at Coonmore, Valleymount, Co Wicklow. Gardaí have reported that a 51-year-old man died on Sunday 14 June, when his motorcycle collided with an embankment on the Wicklow Gap.
Variable Mortgage Rates To Be Cut By 0.2%
Variable mortgage rates are to be cut by 0.20% it has been announced. The Board of the Housing Finance Agency (HFA) decided to decrease its rates at a meeting on Friday 12 June. Environment Minister Alan Kelly welcomed the decision. He said: "The current variable mortgage interest rate of 2.
Variable mortgage rates are to be cut by 0.20% it has been announced. The Board of the Housing Finance Agency (HFA) decided to decrease its rates at a meeting on Friday 12 June. Environment Minister Alan Kelly welcomed the decision. He said: "The current variable mortgage interest rate of 2.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 15 2012, 4,748 days ago
Woman In 'Serious Condition' After Being Hit By Garda Van
A 21-year-old woman is being treated in hospital after she was knocked down by a garda van responding to a call-out in Cork city early this morning. The incident happened just after midnight on Lavitt's Quay, close to the Cork Opera House.
A 21-year-old woman is being treated in hospital after she was knocked down by a garda van responding to a call-out in Cork city early this morning. The incident happened just after midnight on Lavitt's Quay, close to the Cork Opera House.
Teen Charged With €3m Arson
A 16-year-old has been charged with causing €3m worth of damage in an arson attack on an apartment complex in Cork. The charge is in relation a to fire at two apartment buildings at Atkins Hall, Lee Road, in Cork on December 29th, 2010.
A 16-year-old has been charged with causing €3m worth of damage in an arson attack on an apartment complex in Cork. The charge is in relation a to fire at two apartment buildings at Atkins Hall, Lee Road, in Cork on December 29th, 2010.
Mayo Brothers Charged With IRA Membership Freed On Bail
The Special Criminal Court freed two Mayo brothers, who were charged earlier this week with explosives and IRA membership offences, on bail today.
The Special Criminal Court freed two Mayo brothers, who were charged earlier this week with explosives and IRA membership offences, on bail today.
Four Years For Driver Who Left Passenger Paralysed After Crash
A man has been jailed for four years for causing a high-speed crash which left a female passenger in a coma for nine months, and unable to use her limbs, talk or eat when she woke. Lydia Branley, of Largydonnell, Co Leitrim, had previously been employed as an aviation radio officer.
A man has been jailed for four years for causing a high-speed crash which left a female passenger in a coma for nine months, and unable to use her limbs, talk or eat when she woke. Lydia Branley, of Largydonnell, Co Leitrim, had previously been employed as an aviation radio officer.
87 Years Needed For Wallace To Repay Tax Bill
Shamed Wexford TD Mick Wallace has said, after a week of public outrage over his company's non-payment of the tax bill, he would give up half of his Dail salary. This mean it would take him 87 years as a backbencher to repay his €2.1m tax bill.
Shamed Wexford TD Mick Wallace has said, after a week of public outrage over his company's non-payment of the tax bill, he would give up half of his Dail salary. This mean it would take him 87 years as a backbencher to repay his €2.1m tax bill.
Passenger Shelter To Be Built On Cleggan Pier
Minister of State at the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Dinny McGinley T.D., has announced that he has sanctioned a grant of €15,000 to assist Galway County Council to erect a shelter on Cleggan Pier, Co. Galway. The County Council will foot the remainder of the costs of the work.
Minister of State at the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Dinny McGinley T.D., has announced that he has sanctioned a grant of €15,000 to assist Galway County Council to erect a shelter on Cleggan Pier, Co. Galway. The County Council will foot the remainder of the costs of the work.
Woman Killed In Carlow Road Crash
A woman has been killed in a road crash at Leagh, Rathoe. The two car collision happened at around 7.25pm last night on the Carlow to Wexford Road. The female in her 30s was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and passenger of the other car were taken to Kilkenny Hospital for treatment.
A woman has been killed in a road crash at Leagh, Rathoe. The two car collision happened at around 7.25pm last night on the Carlow to Wexford Road. The female in her 30s was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and passenger of the other car were taken to Kilkenny Hospital for treatment.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 15 2011, 5,114 days ago
Emigration Figures To UK Rise 25%
2010 figures released this week highlight a 25% rise in the number of Irish people moving to live in the UK. The rise marks the biggest increase in emigration to Britain in more than ten years. Around 14,000 Irish people moved to the UK last year, the majority fitting the 18-34 age bracket.
2010 figures released this week highlight a 25% rise in the number of Irish people moving to live in the UK. The rise marks the biggest increase in emigration to Britain in more than ten years. Around 14,000 Irish people moved to the UK last year, the majority fitting the 18-34 age bracket.
Government Take First Steps On Magdalene Laundries Abuse
The Government today considered the circumstances of the women and girls who resided in the Magdalene Laundries.
The Government today considered the circumstances of the women and girls who resided in the Magdalene Laundries.
€55m To Be Spent On Sustainable Travel Projects
Minister for Public Transport and Commuter Policy has confirmed that €55 million will be spent on sustainable travel projects this year. Minister Alan Kelly confirmed the figure as he announced the 34 projects being carried out in regional cities under the jobs initiative.
Minister for Public Transport and Commuter Policy has confirmed that €55 million will be spent on sustainable travel projects this year. Minister Alan Kelly confirmed the figure as he announced the 34 projects being carried out in regional cities under the jobs initiative.
Lock-up Was Factor In Prisoner's Death
The practice of locking up prisoners for almost all of the day has been identified as a major factor in a recent spate of custody suicides in the North.
The practice of locking up prisoners for almost all of the day has been identified as a major factor in a recent spate of custody suicides in the North.
Government Decision On Judicial Pay Referendum Welcomed
Following yesterday’s Cabinet meeting, the Minster for Justice, Equality and Defence has welcomed the Government decision on the Judicial Pay Referendum.
Following yesterday’s Cabinet meeting, the Minster for Justice, Equality and Defence has welcomed the Government decision on the Judicial Pay Referendum.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 15 2010, 5,479 days ago
PM Blames Paras For Bloody Sunday
The Prime Minister has told the House of Commons that British forces were to blame for the death of all those killed on Bloody Sunday - whom he said were all innocent civilians.
The Prime Minister has told the House of Commons that British forces were to blame for the death of all those killed on Bloody Sunday - whom he said were all innocent civilians.
Cowen Expects To Win No Confidence Vote
Despite public approval ratings at an all time low at 18%, Brian Cowen has announced he is expects to win today's Daíl vote of no confidence in him. Fianna Fáil countered a Fine Gael motion for a vote of no-confidence in the Taoiseach by proposing their own vote, which will be taken today.
Despite public approval ratings at an all time low at 18%, Brian Cowen has announced he is expects to win today's Daíl vote of no confidence in him. Fianna Fáil countered a Fine Gael motion for a vote of no-confidence in the Taoiseach by proposing their own vote, which will be taken today.
Saville Inquiry Published
The lawyers for the families of those killed and injured on Bloody Sunday and those representing the soldiers involved are this morning studying Lord Saville's report on the events.
The lawyers for the families of those killed and injured on Bloody Sunday and those representing the soldiers involved are this morning studying Lord Saville's report on the events.
Fine Gael Leadership Bid By Bruton
The former Deputy Leader of the Irish Republic's opposition party Fine Gael, Richard Bruton, is expected to challenge for the party's leadership after he was sacked on Monday.
The former Deputy Leader of the Irish Republic's opposition party Fine Gael, Richard Bruton, is expected to challenge for the party's leadership after he was sacked on Monday.
'Psychosis Drug' Sold In Head Shops
A renewed 'crack-down' on head shops has been launched after drug called 'whack' was connected to dozens of users suffering psychotic reactions.
A renewed 'crack-down' on head shops has been launched after drug called 'whack' was connected to dozens of users suffering psychotic reactions.
US & EU Fraud Operation Leads To 178 Scammer Arrests
Some 178 people have been arrested in Europe and the United States after a huge operation into credit card cloning. The international scam, worth over €20 million, saw police in fourteen countries participating in a two-year investigation initiated in Spain.
Some 178 people have been arrested in Europe and the United States after a huge operation into credit card cloning. The international scam, worth over €20 million, saw police in fourteen countries participating in a two-year investigation initiated in Spain.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 15 2009, 5,844 days ago
'Overlapping' Ministerial Pensions To Go
A halt could be called today to the practice of TDs claiming pensions from previous public sector roles - on top of their ministerial salary. Legislation on removing the ministerial pensions from serving TDs and Senators is expected to go to Government on Monday afternoon.
A halt could be called today to the practice of TDs claiming pensions from previous public sector roles - on top of their ministerial salary. Legislation on removing the ministerial pensions from serving TDs and Senators is expected to go to Government on Monday afternoon.
Killiney Pub 'Extensively' Damaged In Fire
A fire at The Graduate pub in Dublin is said to have caused "extensive" damage according to the capital's fire authorities. The pub, located on Rochestown Avenue in Killiney in Dublin, had been on fire since 10am.
A fire at The Graduate pub in Dublin is said to have caused "extensive" damage according to the capital's fire authorities. The pub, located on Rochestown Avenue in Killiney in Dublin, had been on fire since 10am.
Setanta Makes £10m Save
A £10 million payout has granted a last minute respite for Setanta as part of its £35 million bill to the Premier League that is due today. According to reports this morning, the British league received £10 million today and Irish broadcaster Setanta will pay a further £10 million this Friday.
A £10 million payout has granted a last minute respite for Setanta as part of its £35 million bill to the Premier League that is due today. According to reports this morning, the British league received £10 million today and Irish broadcaster Setanta will pay a further £10 million this Friday.
Toolin Travel Ceases Trading
One of the country's biggest travel agents has collapsed, throwing plans of thousands of Dublin and Kildare holidaymakers into disarray. The Commission for Aviation announced on Saturday that Toolin Travel, which has eight branches in both counties, ceased trading with immediate effect.
One of the country's biggest travel agents has collapsed, throwing plans of thousands of Dublin and Kildare holidaymakers into disarray. The Commission for Aviation announced on Saturday that Toolin Travel, which has eight branches in both counties, ceased trading with immediate effect.
Priest Apologises Over 'Ruffians' Remark
An Offaly priest has apologised after remarking in a sermon that the children attending nearby Daingean reformatory school were "ruffians" who had not been wanted by society.
An Offaly priest has apologised after remarking in a sermon that the children attending nearby Daingean reformatory school were "ruffians" who had not been wanted by society.
Concern Over Rise In HIV Infections
An Aids campaign group have expressed "major concern" over the figures showing an increase in the incidence of AIDS contraction. The Dublin AIDS Alliance described the 3.6% rise of HIV infections across Ireland as a major concern.
An Aids campaign group have expressed "major concern" over the figures showing an increase in the incidence of AIDS contraction. The Dublin AIDS Alliance described the 3.6% rise of HIV infections across Ireland as a major concern.
Third Of Road Collisions Work-Related
A new report from the Road Safety Authority has revealed a third of all road collisions are work related incidents. The authority's latest report, Driving for Work Guidelines, shows that up to 100 fatal crashes on Ireland's roads every year involve people who are working.
A new report from the Road Safety Authority has revealed a third of all road collisions are work related incidents. The authority's latest report, Driving for Work Guidelines, shows that up to 100 fatal crashes on Ireland's roads every year involve people who are working.
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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.