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Irish News on Mon, May 20 2019, 2,557 days ago

Conservative MPs 'Impossible' On Issue Of Brexit - Coveney
There will be no renegotiation of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement even if Theresa May is replaced as UK Prime Minister, according to Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney.

Irish News on Fri, May 20 2016, 3,652 days ago

DCC Proposes Extension Of 30km/h Speed Limit Across City
Dublin City Council's traffic department has proposed reducing speed limits across the city to 30km/h. It is understood the department has recommended a change to the city's bylaws to extend the new speed limit, first introduced to shopping at central business areas in 2011.
SIPTU Criticises HSE Over Decision To Suspend Health Service Recruitment
Trade union SIPTU has called on the Health Service Executive (HSE) to reverse its decision to suspend recruitment in the health service. The union said it has written to the HSE to "demand management reverse a decision to suspend recruitment in all areas of the health service".
Housing Minister Urged To Support Emergency Traveller Site
Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams has met with the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Simon Coveney, to urge him to support an emergency site for Traveller families. Speaking after the meeting Mr Adams said: "This was a useful meeting and I will also be meeting Louth County Council.
New Primary Schools Patrons Announced
The patrons of three new primary schools due to open in September have been announced by the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton.
40 New Jobs Announced For Limerick
A Limerick-based medical technology firm has announced the creation of 40 new jobs as it marked 20 years in business in Ireland. Cook Medical, established in 1996, develops, manufactures and distributes medical devices to customers across Europe, the Middle-East and Africa.
Sustainability Of Credit Unions Report Published
A report on the sustainable development of Credit Unions has been announced by the Minister for Finance, Michael Noonan.
Minister For Foreign Affairs To Deliver Keynote Speech At Brexit Event
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, will deliver the opening keynote address at an Institute of European and International Affairs conference, "Brexit: A Risky Business".

Irish News on Wed, May 20 2015, 4,018 days ago

Prince Of Wales To Visit Scene Of Mountbatten Murder
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are to visit Monaghmore, today, 20 May, where his great-uncle Lord Mountbatten and three other people were killed by the Provisional IRA 36 years ago.
Proposal To Resolve Junior Cycle Reform Dispute Agreed
A plan to resolve the dispute over Junior Cycle Reform has been agreed between the Department and the leadership of the second-level teaching unions.
Gardai Release Images Of Baby Girl Found In Dublin
Gardaí have released images of a newborn baby girl discovered in Rathcoole, Dublin on Friday 8 May 2015. Gardaí have received a number of calls, however the mother has not contacted Gardaí or Tusla.
Luas Green Line Services Suspended Over Power Cut
Luas Green Line services between Brides Glen and Stephen's Green have been suspended due to a power cut. A statement on its website said: "Luas Green Line is running between St Stephens Green and Carrickmines.
Man Arrested Over Murder Of Andrew Allen
A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of Andrew Allen three years ago. Mr Allen, from L'Derry, was shot dead at Links View in Buncrana on 9 February. The man, believed to be in his 30s, was arrested in Donegal on Tuesday, according to Gardaí.
Minister Charlie Flanagan Meets With Secretary Of State
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade has had his first meeting with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland following her reappointment. Charlie Flanagan and Theresa Villiers discussed the current political impasse within the Northern Ireland Executive.
Vote Yes For Marriage Equality - FF
Fianna Fáil is appealing to party members to support the Marriage Equality referendum to be held on Friday 22 May. Director of Elections Niall Collins said by voting 'Yes' on Friday "we can show Ireland to be a country which values equality and fairness".

Irish News on Tue, May 20 2014, 4,383 days ago

Sinn Féin Launch Policing Reform Proposals
Sinn Féin has launched its policing reform proposals document 'A New Beginning to Policing'. Launching the document, the party's justice spokesperson Pádraig MacLochlainn said that it aims to restore public confidence in the administration of policing and justice in this state.
Appeal For Information After Attempted ATM Robbery
Gardaí in Rathfarnham have appealed for information over the attempted robbery of an ATM machine at a Knocklyon shopping centre. Garda say that an attempt to free the cash machine from a wall was made at about 4am and they have had reports of a loud bang.
Green Party Launch 'Making Recovery Local' Plan
The Green party's European election candidate has published a 'Six Point Plan for Making Recovery Local', which they say aims to "revitalise main streets" and promote new initiatives to support entrepreneurs and small business.
Govt Urged To Debate 'Escalating Crisis' In Psychiatric Services
The government has been urged to commit to a Dáil debate on what has been described as the "escalating crisis" in Dublin's psychiatric services.
Venture Capital Firm Establish €125m Fund For Irish Firms
A €125m investment fund for Irish companies is to be established by international venture capital firm Lightstone Ventures. The fund will be used to invest in life science start ups and will be supported by an additional €30m from the government.
Man Arrested Over Cocaine And Ammunition Find
Gardaí in Co Louth have seized a quantity of cocaine and 9mm ammunition following the search of a car. Cocaine worth an estimated €50,000, and a small quantity of ammunition, was uncovered when garda searched the car at about 18:00 in Drogheda on Monday.
Appeal For Missing Dublin Teenager
Gardaí have appealed for any information on the whereabouts of a missing 16-year-old girl. Kellie McCauley was last seen on 14 May in Parnell Square walking towards O'Connell Street. She is described as 5'11" with long black hear.
Rosie Hackett Bridge Officially Opened
The 21st bridge to be built spanning the Liffey in Dublin is to be officially opened today. The newly named Rosie Hackett Bridge will connect Burgh Quay and Eden Quay, and is the first of the city's bridges to be name after a woman.
Fine Gael Call For Commercial Rate Freeze
Freezing commercial rates would benefit business in Ireland, Fine Gael has said, as it outlined its election manifesto.

Irish News on Mon, May 20 2013, 4,748 days ago

Courts To Hold September Sessions To Tackle Backlog
Extra sessions are to be held in the State’s highest courts in an effort to clear a backlog of cases, the Irish Independent has reported. The Supreme Court and the Court of Criminal Appeal will hold sessions during September for the first time ever.
Two Arrested In Former Detective Murder Investigation
Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder of former garda detective John Kerins in Co Cavan last year. Mr Kerins, 49, was found with gunshot wounds in his home in November 2012.
Murder Investigation Underway After Body Found In Field
A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man’s body in Tallaght, Dublin on Saturday night. RTÉ have reported that the body of a 37-year-old man was found in a field near Killanarden Hill around 21:00.
Man Killed In Co Galway Crash
A man has died in a single vehicle road crash in Co Galway in the early hours of Monday morning, RTÉ have reported. The 24-year-old man was killed when the car he was driving collided with a traffic island at around 2.30am at Knockdoe on the N17 Galway to Tuam road.
Concerns Raised Over Post-Surgery Mortality
Irish patients have a higher risk of death after surgery, a Lancet study has suggested. Cathal Kelly, Royal College of Surgeons Chief Executive Professor, has said the college is very alarmed and concerned at the findings, RTÉ have reported.

Irish News on Fri, May 20 2011, 5,479 days ago

Ireland Prepares For President Obama
U.S President Barack Obama is due to touch down in Ireland next week. On Monday, the President, the First Lady and Taoiseach Enda Kenny will take part in a public celebration at College Green in Dublin.
Queen Visits Rock Of Cashel
The Queen and Prince Philip are flying to rural Tipperary and the city of Cork today to visit both a popular market and Ireland's most visited tourist site, the historic Rock of Cashel.
Weekend Funeral For Former Taoiseach
The State Funeral of former Taoiseach, Dr. Garret FitzGerald is to take place this weekend in Dublin. Dr FitzGerald, 85, passed away in a Dublin hospital after a short illness. He served as Taoiseach twice between 1981 and 1987. On Saturday from 11.00 am until 7.
Taoiseach Meets With Dialogue Partners
Resuming the process instituted in 2007, Taoiseach Enda Kenny met informally with the Churches, faith communities and non-confessional organisations in Ireland at Government Buildings today.
Castlemaine Harbour Commercial Fishing To Be Re-Opened
Following receipt of the results of the pilot fishery undertaken in 2010, the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources has announced plans to re-open licensed commercial fishing in Castlemaine Harbour.
Technology Centres 'Turn Ideas Into Jobs'
The investment of €10million in industry-led manufacturing research and energy efficiency centres will ensure new businesses are created and established businesses create more jobs.
DNA Evidence Catches Rogue RUC Inspector
A Northern court has heard how a former police inspector was caught and successfully prosecuted for murder after advances in forensic science meant investigating officers were able to match his DNA with that found under the fingernails of the dead pensioner.

Irish News on Thu, May 20 2010, 5,844 days ago

Ryan Report Anniversary Referendum Appeal
One year on from the publication of the Ryan Report into clerical abuse of children, pressure groups and opposition parties have called for a referendum on children's rights.
Cameron Flies In For Stormont Meeting
The UK Prime Minister David Cameron is in Northern Ireland today.
Body Of Evidence After Exhumation
Yesterday's exhumation of the body of a Clare woman has revealed she was murdered, according to Gardaí this morning. Officers involved in the case this morning released details of the exhumation of Emer O'Loughlin as part of their ongoing investigation.
Quinn's Top Executive Quits
The boss of beleagured Quinn Insurance, Colin Morgan, has "decided to leave the company" after it was placed into administration in March when Ireland's financial regulator raised concerns about its solvency.
Belfast's Lyric Lays Solid Foundation
As Belfast's iconic Lyric Theatre continues its run of plays in its temporary home at the Elmwood Hall, a major milestone has (literally - given the literary inscription) been passed.
The Cope Calls For EU Ash Action
Pat 'The Cope' Gallagher has called for the solidarity within the EU over the ash crisis which continues to cause delays and cancellations amongst Europes airports.

Irish News on Wed, May 20 2009, 6,209 days ago

'Endemic' Abuse Report Published
The fate of thousands of children alleged to have been abused in state-run institutions was in focus today.
Another Arrest On 'Body In Boot' Probe
A third person is being questioned by gardaí investigating the murder of David Sharkey. The body of 28-year-old Mr Sharkey, with an address at Claremont Estate in Navan in Co Meath, was found in the boot of a silver BMW that had crashed into a wall at St Joseph's Park in Dunsink Lane in Finglas.
Review To Follow European Poll
The Taoiseach has said the Dail's Programme for Government will be reviewed after the local and European elections. However, it remains "part of the business of Government" he said today.
Aer Lingus 'Takes Off' With 1m Belfast Passengers
Ireland's state-backed airline has become an inflight 'millionaire' as troubled Aer Lingus reveals bookings in the North have soared ahead of target.
Murder Case Hears 'Over 200 Calls Logged'
The murder trial of a 44-year-old Sligo man, Ronnie Dunbar has heard that the alleged victim has contacted him by mobile phone in excess of 200 times. The court heard this took place over a period between August 28th, 2006, and when she vanished in September that year.
Road Toll Mounts As Two-Year-Old Dies
There was further tragedy on the roads yesterday as a two-year-old boy, a woman and a man in his 70s were killed in three separate road crashes. The child, Conor Conroy, from Clondalkin, Dublin, was fatally injured when he was struck by a van at approximately 5.
Doctor's Evidence Given At Rape Trial
Medical evidence has been heard in court by a doctor who examined an elderly woman after an alleged rape. The jury at the Central Criminal Courts case against a Monaghan man accused of raping the 86-year-old pensioner in her home have been hearing details of her injuries after the incident.

Irish News on Tue, May 20 2008, 6,574 days ago

Man Shot Dead At House In Cavan
Gardai are investigating the shooting of a man at a house in Co Cavan this morning. The 33-year-old victim is understood to have been in bed at the house in the Kilconny area of Belturbet when two men entered the room and shot him.
30,000 Health Workers Begin Industrial Action
Patients across Ireland could face massive disruption when almost 30,000 health workers begin industrial action. The Impact Trade Union said the action is in response to the HSE's recruitment restrictions on staff and services, which has resulted in 2,700 vital jobs not being filled.
Limerick Gangs Call Truce
A precarious truce has been forged between the two criminal gangs in Limerick who have been involved in a murderous feud for eight years.
Australian Charged With Irishman's Killing
An Australian man has been charged with the murder of an Irishman who died from injuries sustained in a vicious assault. Colm Kenny, 30, an engineer from Ballycastle, Co Mayo, was travelling on a tourist visa in Australia when he was viciously attacked and left for dead.
Social Housing Project Collapse 'Blow To The Most Vulnerable'
Dublin City Council has confirmed a private developer has pulled out of five multi-million euro social housing schemes, which would have delivered thousands of housing units.
Bill To Extend Gift Threshold Sparks Row
Legislation to extend the thresholds for gifts and major shareholdings has sparked a row among the parties, and between the government coalition.
Will Dustin Be A Eurovision Turkey?
Dustin the Turkey is getting prepared to stuff the competition as the Eurovision song contest semi-final kicks off on Tuesday night. The loud-beaked puppet will be performing his song, Irlande Douze Pointe, in Belgrade.
There's No Place Like A €52,000,000 Home
Irish Premier Brian Cowen has announced his new official Dublin residence will be the Steward's Lodge at Farmleigh in the Phoenix Park.
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