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Irish News on Wed, Aug 28 2019, 2,557 days ago
Man Shot Dead In Co Louth
A man in his 30's has been shot dead at a caravan park in County Louth. The victim was shot a number of times at around 2.50pm on Tuesday afternoon, 27 August, at a park on the Clogherhead to Termonfeckin Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
A man in his 30's has been shot dead at a caravan park in County Louth. The victim was shot a number of times at around 2.50pm on Tuesday afternoon, 27 August, at a park on the Clogherhead to Termonfeckin Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Garda Injured During Dublin Drugs Seizure
A man has been arrested and a quantity of cocaine seized following an stop and search which saw a Gardaí injured in Dublin on Monday. The incident took place at around 6pm when a local Roads Policing Unit stopped a car on the M50 at Tallaght and discovered cocaine worth €10,000.
A man has been arrested and a quantity of cocaine seized following an stop and search which saw a Gardaí injured in Dublin on Monday. The incident took place at around 6pm when a local Roads Policing Unit stopped a car on the M50 at Tallaght and discovered cocaine worth €10,000.
Man Arrested In Tallaght Murder Investigation
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Vincent Parsons in Dublin on Saturday. The victim, aged 34, was assaulted outside a pub in Killinarden and discovered at a nearby estate with serious head injuries a short time later.
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Vincent Parsons in Dublin on Saturday. The victim, aged 34, was assaulted outside a pub in Killinarden and discovered at a nearby estate with serious head injuries a short time later.
FF: EU Must Intervene Over Falling Beef Prices
Fianna Fáil is putting pressure on the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to request EU funding in order to mitigate the losses for farms as beef prices fall.
Fianna Fáil is putting pressure on the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to request EU funding in order to mitigate the losses for farms as beef prices fall.
Pressure On Garda To Step Up Operations Following Drogheda Feud Murder
The shooting dead of a man in a caravan park in County Louth on Tuesday has sparked calls for Garda to step up operations aimed at tackling an ongoing feud in Drogheda.
The shooting dead of a man in a caravan park in County Louth on Tuesday has sparked calls for Garda to step up operations aimed at tackling an ongoing feud in Drogheda.
Govt Urged To Tackle Back To School Costs
The Government is under pressure to relieve the cost of sending children back to school as the amount of families struggling to cover the expense rises. The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul reported a 4% increase in requests this year from families unable to meet the costs.
The Government is under pressure to relieve the cost of sending children back to school as the amount of families struggling to cover the expense rises. The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul reported a 4% increase in requests this year from families unable to meet the costs.
€680k Committed To Global Promotion of Irish Arts
The Government has welcomed the success of Irish artists at this year's Edinburgh Festivals by approving over €680,000 in grants for the global promotion of Irish arts.
The Government has welcomed the success of Irish artists at this year's Edinburgh Festivals by approving over €680,000 in grants for the global promotion of Irish arts.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 28 2018, 2,922 days ago
Irish Team Congratulated On World Para Athletics Successes
Ministers at the Department for Transport, Tourism and Sport have congratulated the Irish team on their medal successes at the World Para Athletics European Championships in Berlin.
Ministers at the Department for Transport, Tourism and Sport have congratulated the Irish team on their medal successes at the World Para Athletics European Championships in Berlin.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 28 2015, 4,018 days ago
Sinn Féin's Opposition To Housing Plans 'Almost Beyond Belief' - Dowds
Sinn Féin's opposition to a proposal to build 50 new social housing units in Clondalkin has been described as an "absolutely disgrace and almost beyond belief".
Sinn Féin's opposition to a proposal to build 50 new social housing units in Clondalkin has been described as an "absolutely disgrace and almost beyond belief".
High Emigration Figures Threaten Recovery
The latest emigration figures show that claims of Ireland's economic recovery have been exaggerated, Sinn Féin spokesperson on the Diaspora Trevor Ó Clochartaigh has said. The Central Statistics Office figures show that in the year to April, 80,900 emigrated, including 35,300 Irish citizens.
The latest emigration figures show that claims of Ireland's economic recovery have been exaggerated, Sinn Féin spokesperson on the Diaspora Trevor Ó Clochartaigh has said. The Central Statistics Office figures show that in the year to April, 80,900 emigrated, including 35,300 Irish citizens.
Taoiseach Urged To Hold Talks With British PM On Situation In North
Fianna Fáil has called on the Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, to seek "urgent talks" with British Prime Minister David Cameron, to "address the deteriorating political situation in Northern Ireland".
Fianna Fáil has called on the Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, to seek "urgent talks" with British Prime Minister David Cameron, to "address the deteriorating political situation in Northern Ireland".
Missing Teenager Found 'Safe And Well'
Missing 17-year-old Keeley Murphy has been found "safe and well", garda have reported. Garda had issued an appeal for information on the whereabouts of the teenager, who had been missing since 21 August. Garda have thanked the public for their help and said that no further action is needed.
Missing 17-year-old Keeley Murphy has been found "safe and well", garda have reported. Garda had issued an appeal for information on the whereabouts of the teenager, who had been missing since 21 August. Garda have thanked the public for their help and said that no further action is needed.
Govt White Paper on Defence Published
Minister for Defence Simon Coveney has published a new White Paper on Defence, setting out the government's defence policy framework for the next decade.
Minister for Defence Simon Coveney has published a new White Paper on Defence, setting out the government's defence policy framework for the next decade.
Man Convicted Of Sex Offences In UK Believed To Be In Ireland
Gardaí in Limerick have issued an appeal for help to trace Mian Shahid, a Pakistani national wanted by UK police. It is believed that the 19-year-old travelled to Ireland from Scotland earlier this year. He was last seen in the Foynes areas of Limerick on the 11 August 2015.
Gardaí in Limerick have issued an appeal for help to trace Mian Shahid, a Pakistani national wanted by UK police. It is believed that the 19-year-old travelled to Ireland from Scotland earlier this year. He was last seen in the Foynes areas of Limerick on the 11 August 2015.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 28 2014, 4,383 days ago
Woman 'Seriously Injured' By Gardaí Patrol Car
A woman is being treated in Tallaght Hospital after being hit by a Gardaí patrol car in Dublin. It is understood that the woman was "seriously injured" in the collision, which happened in Clondalkin at about 11:30 on Thursday.
A woman is being treated in Tallaght Hospital after being hit by a Gardaí patrol car in Dublin. It is understood that the woman was "seriously injured" in the collision, which happened in Clondalkin at about 11:30 on Thursday.
KCC Aand Gardaí Remove Bridge Protest Camp
Protesters maintaining a 24-hour demonstration against a bridge being constructed in Kilkenny city have been cleared by gardaí and Kilkenny County Council. The council said that action to remove the protesters was needed as they had refused to leave the camp despite repeated requests.
Protesters maintaining a 24-hour demonstration against a bridge being constructed in Kilkenny city have been cleared by gardaí and Kilkenny County Council. The council said that action to remove the protesters was needed as they had refused to leave the camp despite repeated requests.
Thousands Without Wages After Banking Problem
Thousands of people have been left without wages following another "computer glitch" at the Bank of Ireland. The bank has reassured people, who discovered this morning that there wages had not been paid into their accounts, that all monies would be in their accounts by this afternoon.
Thousands of people have been left without wages following another "computer glitch" at the Bank of Ireland. The bank has reassured people, who discovered this morning that there wages had not been paid into their accounts, that all monies would be in their accounts by this afternoon.
Gardaí Investigate Suspected Petrol Bomb Attack On Courthouse
An investigation has been launched into a suspected petrol bomb attack on Ennis Courthouse in Co Clare. It is understood that gardaí discovered a smashed window at the family law courtroom, with a bottle and traces of accelerant found inside.
An investigation has been launched into a suspected petrol bomb attack on Ennis Courthouse in Co Clare. It is understood that gardaí discovered a smashed window at the family law courtroom, with a bottle and traces of accelerant found inside.
Parents Urged To Make Road Safety A Priority As Children Return To School
Parents preparing for their children's return to school have been urged to think about road safety. Following the news that road deaths among children have doubled this year, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell, called on parents to make road safety a priority for their children.
Parents preparing for their children's return to school have been urged to think about road safety. Following the news that road deaths among children have doubled this year, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell, called on parents to make road safety a priority for their children.
Minister for Business and Employment Accused Of 'Posturing'
The Labour Minister for Business and Employment has been accused of "posturing" over calls for pay rises for low and middle income families.
The Labour Minister for Business and Employment has been accused of "posturing" over calls for pay rises for low and middle income families.
Gardaí Appeal For Help Tracing Missing Wexford Teen
An appeal has been issued for help in tracing 16-year-old Seamus Ronan-John, who has been missing since Saturday. The teenager was last seen in the Greenlake are of Fourth Mountain in Wexford at about 23:00.
An appeal has been issued for help in tracing 16-year-old Seamus Ronan-John, who has been missing since Saturday. The teenager was last seen in the Greenlake are of Fourth Mountain in Wexford at about 23:00.
Irish News on Wed, Aug 28 2013, 4,748 days ago
Ryanair Told To Reduce Aer Lingus Stake
Ryanair has been told that it must reduce its stake in Aer Lingus from 29.8% to 5%. The UK Competition Commission (UKCC) made the demand of the airline, as well as informing them that they are not to seek or accept board representation at Aer Lingus, or try to acquire any further shares.
Ryanair has been told that it must reduce its stake in Aer Lingus from 29.8% to 5%. The UK Competition Commission (UKCC) made the demand of the airline, as well as informing them that they are not to seek or accept board representation at Aer Lingus, or try to acquire any further shares.
Financial Ombudsman Given Name And Shame Powers
New powers have been given to the Financial Services Ombudsman to name and shame financial institutions with three or more complaints made against them.
New powers have been given to the Financial Services Ombudsman to name and shame financial institutions with three or more complaints made against them.
Irishman Charged Over 2007 Australian Crash Deaths
A 31-year-old Irishman, extradited to Australia earlier this month, has pleaded guilty to the deaths of two Irish people, who died in a car crash almost six years ago.
A 31-year-old Irishman, extradited to Australia earlier this month, has pleaded guilty to the deaths of two Irish people, who died in a car crash almost six years ago.
Fire On M50 Causing Major Traffic Delays
A burning truck on the northbound M50 is causing major delays, gardaí have reported. It is understood that a truck has caught fire on the road causing a major disruption to traffic along the stretch of the M50 before the Palmerstown exit. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.
A burning truck on the northbound M50 is causing major delays, gardaí have reported. It is understood that a truck has caught fire on the road causing a major disruption to traffic along the stretch of the M50 before the Palmerstown exit. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.
Dún Laoghaire Floating Pool Put To Public Consultation
The proposed development of a new floating swimming pool and "urban beach" in Dún Laoghaire harbour has been put up for public consultation. It is understood that planning applications for the €2.
The proposed development of a new floating swimming pool and "urban beach" in Dún Laoghaire harbour has been put up for public consultation. It is understood that planning applications for the €2.
Men Arrested After Garda Car Rammed Seriously Injuring Officer
Two men have been arrested and a female garda officer injured in an incident in Swords, Co Dublin. Garda have reported that the officers car was rammed when she responded to a call of a car acting suspiciously in Cian Lea estate at around 03:25 on Wednesday morning.
Two men have been arrested and a female garda officer injured in an incident in Swords, Co Dublin. Garda have reported that the officers car was rammed when she responded to a call of a car acting suspiciously in Cian Lea estate at around 03:25 on Wednesday morning.
35 New Jobs Announced In Counties Offaly and Longford
Some 35 new jobs are to be created in Co Offaly and Co Longford, it has been announced. Condron Concrete Works in Tullymore, Co Offaly have announced a €3 million expansion creating 20 new jobs. The family-owned firm are to develop a new plastic pipe making facility.
Some 35 new jobs are to be created in Co Offaly and Co Longford, it has been announced. Condron Concrete Works in Tullymore, Co Offaly have announced a €3 million expansion creating 20 new jobs. The family-owned firm are to develop a new plastic pipe making facility.
Irish News on Tue, Aug 28 2012, 5,113 days ago
New Director Of Corporate Enforcement Appointed
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton T.D.,today has announced that Ian Drennan has been appointed as the Director of Corporate Enforcement.
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton T.D.,today has announced that Ian Drennan has been appointed as the Director of Corporate Enforcement.
HSE To Reduce Staff
SIPTU has warned that a Health Service Executive (HSE) plan to implement a 50% reduction in the number of agency staff employed at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, Co. Louth, and Our Lady's Hospital, Navan, Co. Meath, would result in an unacceptable risk to patients.
SIPTU has warned that a Health Service Executive (HSE) plan to implement a 50% reduction in the number of agency staff employed at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, Co. Louth, and Our Lady's Hospital, Navan, Co. Meath, would result in an unacceptable risk to patients.
FF Slams Govt's Mishandling Of Property Tax
Fianna Fáil Dublin Spokesperson and Leader in the Seanad Darragh O'Brien has hit out at the Government's mishandling of the entire property tax issue and called on Fine Gael and Labour to shelve the proposal until concrete steps are taken to ease the country's mortgage arrear crisis and we see jobs
Fianna Fáil Dublin Spokesperson and Leader in the Seanad Darragh O'Brien has hit out at the Government's mishandling of the entire property tax issue and called on Fine Gael and Labour to shelve the proposal until concrete steps are taken to ease the country's mortgage arrear crisis and we see jobs
Massive Tourism Boost For Ireland This Weekend
The arrival of 35,000 US college football fans in the Aviva Stadium this weekend for the Emerald Isle classic football game represents a massive tourism boost for Ireland worth some €100 million for the economy, according to Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar.
The arrival of 35,000 US college football fans in the Aviva Stadium this weekend for the Emerald Isle classic football game represents a massive tourism boost for Ireland worth some €100 million for the economy, according to Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar.
Almost 400 Jobs To Go At Target Express
Haulage form Target Express has confirmed that it is to cease trading with the loss of almost 400 jobs. Speaking on Newstalk this morning, the owner Seamus McBrien said: "We gave everything personally to make it work, we put in our savings, we put in our pensions.
Haulage form Target Express has confirmed that it is to cease trading with the loss of almost 400 jobs. Speaking on Newstalk this morning, the owner Seamus McBrien said: "We gave everything personally to make it work, we put in our savings, we put in our pensions.
Irish News on Fri, Aug 28 2009, 6,209 days ago
Two Held In Robbery Probe
There has been swift police action today after an attempted robbery at a post office in Co Dublin. Two men aged in their 20s have been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation. The gardaí probe followed an attempt to rob the post office in Bayside at about 9.30am on Friday morning.
There has been swift police action today after an attempted robbery at a post office in Co Dublin. Two men aged in their 20s have been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation. The gardaí probe followed an attempt to rob the post office in Bayside at about 9.30am on Friday morning.
Drugs Link To Bomb Parts Alert
Heroin was recovered this morning in a Dublin incident that also resulted in a bomb alert. A man was arrested after the drugs were discovered at a house in Dublin's north inner city.
Heroin was recovered this morning in a Dublin incident that also resulted in a bomb alert. A man was arrested after the drugs were discovered at a house in Dublin's north inner city.
Plans Already Passed For Arson Hit School
Temporary mobile classrooms at an Irish speaking school in Co Down have been destroyed overnight in an arson attack.
Temporary mobile classrooms at an Irish speaking school in Co Down have been destroyed overnight in an arson attack.
Collapsed Railway To Get Back On Track
Reconstruction of the Malahide viaduct has started. Iarnród Éireann has begun work to facilitate repairs on the causeway that partially collapsed last Friday evening just moments after a train had passed across it.
Reconstruction of the Malahide viaduct has started. Iarnród Éireann has begun work to facilitate repairs on the causeway that partially collapsed last Friday evening just moments after a train had passed across it.
Garda Escapes Cork 'Fire-Bomb' Attack
A garda on speeding detection duties has escaped the vehicle uninjured after his vehicle was 'petrol bombed'. The police traffic van was set alight in Co Cork last night while the garda was still inside. The attack took place at around 7.
A garda on speeding detection duties has escaped the vehicle uninjured after his vehicle was 'petrol bombed'. The police traffic van was set alight in Co Cork last night while the garda was still inside. The attack took place at around 7.
Irish Politicians Depart For Kennedy Funeral
Irish leaders are on route this weekend to the USA. A delegation, led by Taoiseach Brian Cowen and NI Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness, will tomorrow (Saturday) pay their final respects to Senator Edward Kennedy, who died earlier this week.
Irish leaders are on route this weekend to the USA. A delegation, led by Taoiseach Brian Cowen and NI Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness, will tomorrow (Saturday) pay their final respects to Senator Edward Kennedy, who died earlier this week.
Irish Contractors Overlooked, Claims CIF
The Construction Industry Federation of Ireland has called for a review of the public procurement process. The body's call comes after a €1.5m development at Finner Camp was awarded to a Northern Ireland firm. Contractors in the north west region of Ireland had also bid for the project.
The Construction Industry Federation of Ireland has called for a review of the public procurement process. The body's call comes after a €1.5m development at Finner Camp was awarded to a Northern Ireland firm. Contractors in the north west region of Ireland had also bid for the project.
UTV Hit Hard By Recession
A regional TV station is reporting a sharp drop in advertising revenue. UTV Media in Belfast has this week posted a sharp drop in pre-tax profits for the first six months of the year, blaming the ongoing slump in advertising revenues during the recession.
A regional TV station is reporting a sharp drop in advertising revenue. UTV Media in Belfast has this week posted a sharp drop in pre-tax profits for the first six months of the year, blaming the ongoing slump in advertising revenues during the recession.
Irish News on Thu, Aug 28 2008, 6,574 days ago
Cowen Refuses To Rule Out Referendum Re-Run
The Irish Taoiseach has said he can not rule out the possibility of a second Lisbon Treaty referendum. Asked if there would be a second vote for the troubled charter, Mr Cowen said it was a matter he would have to consider.
The Irish Taoiseach has said he can not rule out the possibility of a second Lisbon Treaty referendum. Asked if there would be a second vote for the troubled charter, Mr Cowen said it was a matter he would have to consider.
Clarity On Leave As Tourism Figures Polarise Opinion
Tourism figures published by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have split opinion, with the Government welcoming the findings, and the opposition claiming they are a "wake-up call".
Tourism figures published by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have split opinion, with the Government welcoming the findings, and the opposition claiming they are a "wake-up call".
Top GAA Player Has Ear Bitten Off Outside Nightclub
A GAA star has had his ear partially bitten off in a horrific attack outside a Donegal nightclub.
A GAA star has had his ear partially bitten off in a horrific attack outside a Donegal nightclub.
After the Floods...The Plague (Of Parasitic Wasps)
As the clearing up from nationwide floods of near Biblical proportions has barely been completed, an insect previously considered as a tropical species, and so vile that movies have been made of its 'horrifying' life cycle, has been discovered on Irish soil.
As the clearing up from nationwide floods of near Biblical proportions has barely been completed, an insect previously considered as a tropical species, and so vile that movies have been made of its 'horrifying' life cycle, has been discovered on Irish soil.
Powers For Gardai To Silence Noisy Alarms
New proposals by the Irish Environment Minister may mean Gardaí could soon be given the power to force their way into homes simply in order to disable annoying property alarms,.
New proposals by the Irish Environment Minister may mean Gardaí could soon be given the power to force their way into homes simply in order to disable annoying property alarms,.
Guinness Sales On The Up
Guinness executives are tapping into a more lucrative pub trade than everyone else with sales of the black stuff reported to be up by 2.5% against a declining beer market. This is according to parent company Diageo Ireland, which today announced its full year's results up to the end of June.
Guinness executives are tapping into a more lucrative pub trade than everyone else with sales of the black stuff reported to be up by 2.5% against a declining beer market. This is according to parent company Diageo Ireland, which today announced its full year's results up to the end of June.
Flight Grounded in Mushroom Cloud
A Ryanair flight was grounded this week due to a leaky jar of mushroom soup. The soup was being stored in an overhead compartment before it sprang a leak, covering a man below in a liquid given the cloudy description of a "vegetable oil/mushroom soup type substance".
A Ryanair flight was grounded this week due to a leaky jar of mushroom soup. The soup was being stored in an overhead compartment before it sprang a leak, covering a man below in a liquid given the cloudy description of a "vegetable oil/mushroom soup type substance".
Irish News on Tue, Aug 28 2007, 6,940 days ago
Two Men Charged Over Cork Murder
A second man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Cork man Brian McKee at the weekend. Mr McKee, a father-of-two from Ballinure Avenue in Mahon, was found unconscious at St Michael's Road in the early hours of Saturday morning. He had suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest.
A second man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Cork man Brian McKee at the weekend. Mr McKee, a father-of-two from Ballinure Avenue in Mahon, was found unconscious at St Michael's Road in the early hours of Saturday morning. He had suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest.
Laois Murder Investigation: One Arrested
A woman has been arrested in connection with the murder of Co. Laois man Patrick Burke earlier this month. Mr Burke was found dead in a downstairs bedroom in his home in Ballybrittas shortly before 11pm on August 19 after Gardaí were called to the house.
A woman has been arrested in connection with the murder of Co. Laois man Patrick Burke earlier this month. Mr Burke was found dead in a downstairs bedroom in his home in Ballybrittas shortly before 11pm on August 19 after Gardaí were called to the house.
Two People Killed In Separate Road Incidents
Two people have been killed in separate road accidents today in County Limerick and County Galway. A 32-year-old man died in a single vehicle collision on the N69 at Cowpark, Kilcornan in County Limerick. The incident happened at around 1.
Two people have been killed in separate road accidents today in County Limerick and County Galway. A 32-year-old man died in a single vehicle collision on the N69 at Cowpark, Kilcornan in County Limerick. The incident happened at around 1.
Woman Dies In Galway Collision
A woman has died following a road traffic collision in County Galway at around 9.40am this morning. The woman, in her 50s, was struck by a car at a junction in Claregalway and the N17 has been closed to traffic from Calregalway to Corinthians Rugby Club and traffic diversions are in place.
A woman has died following a road traffic collision in County Galway at around 9.40am this morning. The woman, in her 50s, was struck by a car at a junction in Claregalway and the N17 has been closed to traffic from Calregalway to Corinthians Rugby Club and traffic diversions are in place.
Four Due In Court Over Largest Cocaine Seizure
Four men are due to appear in court today charged with the largest ever cocaine seizure in Ireland. The men, who all have addresses in the UK, are due to appear before Cloverhill District Court on Tuesday, charged with possession of cocaine and possession of the drug for sale or supply.
Four men are due to appear in court today charged with the largest ever cocaine seizure in Ireland. The men, who all have addresses in the UK, are due to appear before Cloverhill District Court on Tuesday, charged with possession of cocaine and possession of the drug for sale or supply.
Cocaine Seizure In Co. Louth
Cocaine with an estimated street value of one million euros has been seized by gardai in Co. Louth. It is understood that 12kg of the drug were found during a raid by local detectives and members of the Garda National Drugs Unit on a house in Dunleer on Tuesday morning.
Cocaine with an estimated street value of one million euros has been seized by gardai in Co. Louth. It is understood that 12kg of the drug were found during a raid by local detectives and members of the Garda National Drugs Unit on a house in Dunleer on Tuesday morning.
Gilmore To Run For Labour Leadership
Eamon Gilmore has announced his intention to run for leadership of the Labour Party. The Dun Laoghaire TD, who is the party's environment spokesperson, had previously run for the party's leadership in 2002.
Eamon Gilmore has announced his intention to run for leadership of the Labour Party. The Dun Laoghaire TD, who is the party's environment spokesperson, had previously run for the party's leadership in 2002.
RTÉ Secures Euro 2008 Broadcasting Rights
RTÉ has successfully secured broadcast rights for the 2008 European Championships across television, radio and online. Exclusive Irish broadcast rights have been secured by RTÉ Television and RTÉ.ie while RTÉ Radio has been awarded national broadcast rights for the entire tournament.
RTÉ has successfully secured broadcast rights for the 2008 European Championships across television, radio and online. Exclusive Irish broadcast rights have been secured by RTÉ Television and RTÉ.ie while RTÉ Radio has been awarded national broadcast rights for the entire tournament.
Aer Lingus Board Considers EGM Request
The board of Aer Lingus is considering a request for an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders to discuss the airline's controversial decision to close its Shannon-Heathrow route. The request was put forward by Ryanair, which is now the largest shareholder in Aer Lingus.
The board of Aer Lingus is considering a request for an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders to discuss the airline's controversial decision to close its Shannon-Heathrow route. The request was put forward by Ryanair, which is now the largest shareholder in Aer Lingus.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A quite cloudy start in the southeast with some light rain possible. Otherwise bright or sunny spells developing through the day. Mostly dry but the chance of a few showers developing. Becoming quite breezy around the Antrim coast. Maximum temperature 23 °C.Tonight:Dry in the evening with some sunny then clear spells, turning cloudier over the north. Outbreaks of rain spread east over southern counties through the early hours. Winds falling light. Minimum temperature 12 °C.