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Irish News on Thu, Jun 14 2018, 2,922 days ago
Winds Leave Tens Of Thousands Without Power
Tens of thousand of homes, farms and businesses across Donegal, Sligo, Galway and Mayo have been left without power following strong winds overnight. Engineers are working to reconnect some 35,000 customers in the areas affected by Storm Hector.
Tens of thousand of homes, farms and businesses across Donegal, Sligo, Galway and Mayo have been left without power following strong winds overnight. Engineers are working to reconnect some 35,000 customers in the areas affected by Storm Hector.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 14 2017, 3,287 days ago
Leo Varadkar Elected Taoiseach
Leo Varadkar has become Ireland's youngest Taoiseach by 57 votes to 50. Mr Varadkar replaces Enda Kenny, who announced he would be stepping down last month. President Michael D Higgins presented the Seal of Office to Mr Varadkar at Áras an Uachtaráin.
Leo Varadkar has become Ireland's youngest Taoiseach by 57 votes to 50. Mr Varadkar replaces Enda Kenny, who announced he would be stepping down last month. President Michael D Higgins presented the Seal of Office to Mr Varadkar at Áras an Uachtaráin.
Fianna Fáil Call For Investigation Into Detention Of Pregnant Minor
Fianna Fáil has called for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the detention of a pregnant minor under the Mental Health Act.
Fianna Fáil has called for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the detention of a pregnant minor under the Mental Health Act.
Four Arrests Over Mark Desmond Murder
Four men have been arrested by garda investigating the murder of Mark Desmond on the 02 December 2016. Two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, were arrested in the Clondalkin and Lucan areas on Tuesday, 13 June. Two other men, both aged in their 20s, were also arrested in the Lucan area.
Four men have been arrested by garda investigating the murder of Mark Desmond on the 02 December 2016. Two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, were arrested in the Clondalkin and Lucan areas on Tuesday, 13 June. Two other men, both aged in their 20s, were also arrested in the Lucan area.
School Clothing And Footwear Allowance Increased
The allowance for clothing and footwear for eligible school children has been increased by the Leo Varadkar, in one of his final acts as Minister for Social Protection.
The allowance for clothing and footwear for eligible school children has been increased by the Leo Varadkar, in one of his final acts as Minister for Social Protection.
New National Traveller And Roma Inclusion Strategy Launched
The new National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy 2017 – 2021 has been launched by the Minister for Justice David Stanton.
The new National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy 2017 – 2021 has been launched by the Minister for Justice David Stanton.
Ireland Elected Governing Body Of International Labour Organisation
Ireland has been elected to the Governing Body of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) as a full member in Geneva for a three year term. It is the first time Ireland has been a full member of the Governing Body of the ILO since joining the Organisation in 1923.
Ireland has been elected to the Governing Body of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) as a full member in Geneva for a three year term. It is the first time Ireland has been a full member of the Governing Body of the ILO since joining the Organisation in 1923.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 14 2016, 3,652 days ago
Age Restrictions Must Be Lifted At Louth County Hospital - FG
Age restrictions at the Minor Injuries Unit at Louth County Hospital must be lifted to allow children to be treated there, Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick.
Age restrictions at the Minor Injuries Unit at Louth County Hospital must be lifted to allow children to be treated there, Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick.
Govt Urged To Take 'Urgent Action On Extortionate' Motor Insurance Costs
The government has been urged to take "urgent action" to tackle "extortionate" motor insurance costs, following the passing of a Fianna Fáil motion in the Dáil last week.
The government has been urged to take "urgent action" to tackle "extortionate" motor insurance costs, following the passing of a Fianna Fáil motion in the Dáil last week.
Two Missing People Found 'Safe And Well'
Missing 17-year-old Yasmin O'Keeffe has been found "safe and well", garda have reported. Garda had issued an appeal for the teenager who had been missing since Tuesday, 07 June in Navan. No further information has been released but garda have thanked the public for their help.
Missing 17-year-old Yasmin O'Keeffe has been found "safe and well", garda have reported. Garda had issued an appeal for the teenager who had been missing since Tuesday, 07 June in Navan. No further information has been released but garda have thanked the public for their help.
Minister Flanagan Begins Working Visit To Middle East
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charles Flanagan, has began a working visit to the Middle East, where he will meet and address Irish troops serving in the UN Disengagement Observation Force (UNDOF).
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charles Flanagan, has began a working visit to the Middle East, where he will meet and address Irish troops serving in the UN Disengagement Observation Force (UNDOF).
Minister Varadkar And LRC To Seek 'More Ambitious Reduction In Unemployment'
The Minister for Social Protection, Leo Varadkar, has agreed to work in conjunction with the Labour Market Council to seek a more ambitious reduction in unemployment.
The Minister for Social Protection, Leo Varadkar, has agreed to work in conjunction with the Labour Market Council to seek a more ambitious reduction in unemployment.
100 New Jobs Announced By Surmodics
One hundred new jobs are to be created by life-sciences technologies company, Surmodics, the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation, Mary Mitchell O'Connor has announced. The jobs announcement follows the company's acquisition of Creagh Medical in Ballinasloe, Co Galway, in November 2015.
One hundred new jobs are to be created by life-sciences technologies company, Surmodics, the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation, Mary Mitchell O'Connor has announced. The jobs announcement follows the company's acquisition of Creagh Medical in Ballinasloe, Co Galway, in November 2015.
Over €16m Funding For Community And Voluntary Organisations
More than €16 million in funding has been announced for national community and voluntary organisations by Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney.
More than €16 million in funding has been announced for national community and voluntary organisations by Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Simon Coveney.
Minister For Education Announces Action Plan For Disadvantaged Schools
The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, has announced that a new Action Plan for disadvantaged schools will be published by the end of this year. Minister Bruton laid out his plan during a visit to a primary school in north Dublin.
The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, has announced that a new Action Plan for disadvantaged schools will be published by the end of this year. Minister Bruton laid out his plan during a visit to a primary school in north Dublin.
Cocaine And Cannabis Seized In Co Kildare
Cocaine and cannabis herb worth an estimated €34,000 has been seized in Moone, Co Kildare. As part of a planned search of a premises at Lower Belan, garda uncovered €14,000 worth of cocaine and €20,000 worth of cannabis, shortly before midnight on Sunday, 12 June.
Cocaine and cannabis herb worth an estimated €34,000 has been seized in Moone, Co Kildare. As part of a planned search of a premises at Lower Belan, garda uncovered €14,000 worth of cocaine and €20,000 worth of cannabis, shortly before midnight on Sunday, 12 June.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 14 2013, 4,748 days ago
Halappanavar Reveiw Recommendations To Be 'Fully Implemented'
All recommendations made by the clinical review of the death of Savita Halappanavar are to be implemented, the Health Service Executive has promised.
All recommendations made by the clinical review of the death of Savita Halappanavar are to be implemented, the Health Service Executive has promised.
Sinn Féin TDs Warned To Vote With Party On Abortion Legislation
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has issued a clear warning that he expects all party TDs to vote in favour of the new Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013. It follows comments from Peadar Toibín TD, that he he intended to vote against the Bill, despite the party mandate.
Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has issued a clear warning that he expects all party TDs to vote in favour of the new Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013. It follows comments from Peadar Toibín TD, that he he intended to vote against the Bill, despite the party mandate.
Poll Shows Fianna Fáil Remain Most Popular Party
An Irish Times/Ipsos MRBI poll has revealed that Fianna Fáil remains the most popular party in Ireland, holding on to the number 1 spot since February. The same poll also shows that Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams is the most popular party leader.
An Irish Times/Ipsos MRBI poll has revealed that Fianna Fáil remains the most popular party in Ireland, holding on to the number 1 spot since February. The same poll also shows that Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams is the most popular party leader.
Seanad Abolition Bill Published
Details of the governments proposal to abolish the Seanad have been published. 40 amendments, which will remove all references to the upper house, to the Constitution are included in the new the 32nd Amendment of the Constitution (Abolition of Seanad Éireann) Bill.
Details of the governments proposal to abolish the Seanad have been published. 40 amendments, which will remove all references to the upper house, to the Constitution are included in the new the 32nd Amendment of the Constitution (Abolition of Seanad Éireann) Bill.
Radical Limerick Regeneration Plan Launched
Three Ministers have unveiled a radical plan to transform the economy of Limerick. €250 million will be invested over the next two decades as part of the 'Limerick 2030 – An Economic and Spatial Plan for Limerick’, which is hoped could potentially create some 5,000 new jobs.
Three Ministers have unveiled a radical plan to transform the economy of Limerick. €250 million will be invested over the next two decades as part of the 'Limerick 2030 – An Economic and Spatial Plan for Limerick’, which is hoped could potentially create some 5,000 new jobs.
Women Arrested For 'Topless Brawl' Outside School
Two woman have been arrested in connection with an early morning topless fight outside a school in Co Limerick. Described as "surreal" it is understood that an altercation between the woman quickly escalated to a fight at around 09:15 outside a school in Doon, Co Limerick.
Two woman have been arrested in connection with an early morning topless fight outside a school in Co Limerick. Described as "surreal" it is understood that an altercation between the woman quickly escalated to a fight at around 09:15 outside a school in Doon, Co Limerick.
Unite Union Reject Haddington Road Pay Offer
The Haddington Road agreement, a revised government pay offer, has been rejected by the trade union, Unite. 72.6% of the unions members voted against the deal, which had been devised following the rejection of the Croke Park II deal.
The Haddington Road agreement, a revised government pay offer, has been rejected by the trade union, Unite. 72.6% of the unions members voted against the deal, which had been devised following the rejection of the Croke Park II deal.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 14 2012, 5,113 days ago
Local Authorities Now Pursuing €70m In Outstanding Household Fees
Newly published figures show that 924,884 households paid the controversial Household Charge. However local authorities will now be responsible for persuing the €100 charge in respect of some 700,000 outstanding properties across the State.
Newly published figures show that 924,884 households paid the controversial Household Charge. However local authorities will now be responsible for persuing the €100 charge in respect of some 700,000 outstanding properties across the State.
Court Hears Man Who Stole Garda Car At Knifepoint Was 'Insane'
A clinical forensic psychiatrist told a court yesterday that a man who threatened a garda at knifepoint, stole a Garda vehicle and later drove dangerously around an airport apron almost hitting a plane was insane at the time.
A clinical forensic psychiatrist told a court yesterday that a man who threatened a garda at knifepoint, stole a Garda vehicle and later drove dangerously around an airport apron almost hitting a plane was insane at the time.
Court Hears That Garda Car 'Cut Across' Bike Before Crash
Trim Circuit Court heard yesterday that a garda patrol car cut across an oncoming motorcycle just before a fatal collision between the two vehicles.
Trim Circuit Court heard yesterday that a garda patrol car cut across an oncoming motorcycle just before a fatal collision between the two vehicles.
HSE Disappointed Nuns No Longer Able To Provide Cregg House Services
The Health Service Executive has said it is disappointed by the news that the Daughters of Wisdom have confirmed they are no longer in a position to provide services for people with a disability.
The Health Service Executive has said it is disappointed by the news that the Daughters of Wisdom have confirmed they are no longer in a position to provide services for people with a disability.
McAreavey Murder Trial Told Cause Of Death Was Asphyxiation
The Michaela McAreavey murder trial heard today that the cause of death was asphyxiation due to compression of the neck The chief police medical officer in Mauritius was giving evidence in the Supreme Court this morning.
The Michaela McAreavey murder trial heard today that the cause of death was asphyxiation due to compression of the neck The chief police medical officer in Mauritius was giving evidence in the Supreme Court this morning.
Barbaric Childbirth Procedure Blamed On 'Lack Of Guidance'
Doctors representing obstetricians said yesterday that a lack of guidance and a ban on contraception was to blame for the high number of Irish women subjected to a barbaric childbirth procedure.
Doctors representing obstetricians said yesterday that a lack of guidance and a ban on contraception was to blame for the high number of Irish women subjected to a barbaric childbirth procedure.
Wallace Granted 15 Minutes In Front Of The Dail
TD Mick Wallace will be given 15 minutes to address the Dail over under-declaring his VAT returns. The Wexford Independent, who last week admitted he reached a €2.1m euro settlement with Revenue, will speak at around 5pm today.
TD Mick Wallace will be given 15 minutes to address the Dail over under-declaring his VAT returns. The Wexford Independent, who last week admitted he reached a €2.1m euro settlement with Revenue, will speak at around 5pm today.
Audit Imposed Security Restrictions Lifted At Dublin Airport
The extra security restrictions imposed on Dublin Airport after it failed a European Commission audit have been lifted. The removal of the extra measures follows an inspection of airport security by EC officials earlier this week.
The extra security restrictions imposed on Dublin Airport after it failed a European Commission audit have been lifted. The removal of the extra measures follows an inspection of airport security by EC officials earlier this week.
Fire Crews Work Overnight To Contain Blaze At Recycling Plant
Firefighters have spent the night tackling a large blaze at a recycling plant in Co Meath. The fire broke out at Panda Waste at around 11.30pm last night. Despite employing some 250 of the company’s total work force of 440 no injuries have been reported.
Firefighters have spent the night tackling a large blaze at a recycling plant in Co Meath. The fire broke out at Panda Waste at around 11.30pm last night. Despite employing some 250 of the company’s total work force of 440 no injuries have been reported.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 14 2011, 5,479 days ago
Lenihan Laid To Rest
The funeral of Brian Lenihan, the former Irish Minister for Finance, is taking place in Dublin today. Mr Lenihan, 52, passed away on Friday after his health deteriorated due to pancreatic cancer. He was diagnosed in 2009, and left hospital to be cared for by his family.
The funeral of Brian Lenihan, the former Irish Minister for Finance, is taking place in Dublin today. Mr Lenihan, 52, passed away on Friday after his health deteriorated due to pancreatic cancer. He was diagnosed in 2009, and left hospital to be cared for by his family.
Policy Framework Set Out For A Healthier Ireland
A major new initiative, aimed at improving the general standard of health, is being launched today by four government ministers with a consultation day.
A major new initiative, aimed at improving the general standard of health, is being launched today by four government ministers with a consultation day.
Task Force Meet Over Broadband Roll Out
The Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Mr. Pat Rabbitte together with his colleague Mr.
The Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Mr. Pat Rabbitte together with his colleague Mr.
Sinn Féin Tables Anti-Water Charges Motion In Dáil
Speaking on the Sinn Féin anti-water charges motion which will be heard in the Dáil on Thursday, Environment Spokesperson Deputy Brian Stanley said that the government must abandon its plans to charge people for water which is a basic human right.
Speaking on the Sinn Féin anti-water charges motion which will be heard in the Dáil on Thursday, Environment Spokesperson Deputy Brian Stanley said that the government must abandon its plans to charge people for water which is a basic human right.
Unite Suspends Industrial Action At Connaught Telegraph Pending Talks
Seven members of the Unite trade union have suspended industrial action at the Connaught telegraph newspaper pending talks taking place this week involving the trade union, management and the regional Newspaper Printers Association.
Seven members of the Unite trade union have suspended industrial action at the Connaught telegraph newspaper pending talks taking place this week involving the trade union, management and the regional Newspaper Printers Association.
Army Tour Of Duty 'On Parade' In Belfast
The first of a short series of dramatic presentations on the work of one of NI's 'own' regiments in strife-torn Afghanistan is taking place today - but a homecoming parade has once again been ruled out.
The first of a short series of dramatic presentations on the work of one of NI's 'own' regiments in strife-torn Afghanistan is taking place today - but a homecoming parade has once again been ruled out.
Sligo Gets €2.4m Redevelopment
The official re-opening of The Model Sligo which took place on Thursday June 9th has been welcomed by the Director of the BMW Regional Assembly. The redevelopment and refurbishment of the Model Arts and Niland Gallery by Sligo County Council was supported by a grant of €2.
The official re-opening of The Model Sligo which took place on Thursday June 9th has been welcomed by the Director of the BMW Regional Assembly. The redevelopment and refurbishment of the Model Arts and Niland Gallery by Sligo County Council was supported by a grant of €2.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 14 2010, 5,844 days ago
Boycott Israeli Goods, Says Activists
The ghost of 'Captain Boycott' looms again in Ireland this week with news that campaigners have called for a boycott of Israeli goods until the blockade of Gaza ends.
The ghost of 'Captain Boycott' looms again in Ireland this week with news that campaigners have called for a boycott of Israeli goods until the blockade of Gaza ends.
Six Beaches Lose Blue Flag Accolade
Six Irish beaches have lost their blue flag status according to the 2010 list of Blue Flag-approved beaches published by An Taisce, however, five others have regained their accolade.
Six Irish beaches have lost their blue flag status according to the 2010 list of Blue Flag-approved beaches published by An Taisce, however, five others have regained their accolade.
Spy Twist In RUC Chiefs' Murder Inquiry
A Tribunal of Inquiry in the Irish Republic will resume hearing the evidence on the IRA border murders of RUC Chief Superintendent Harry Breen and Superintendent Bob Buchanan this autumn.
A Tribunal of Inquiry in the Irish Republic will resume hearing the evidence on the IRA border murders of RUC Chief Superintendent Harry Breen and Superintendent Bob Buchanan this autumn.
Trimble For Gaza Flotilla Probe
Although it has still to be officially confirmed, the former Ulster Unionist party leader David Trimble has been asked by Israel to oversee an investigation into the Gaza aid controversy.
Although it has still to be officially confirmed, the former Ulster Unionist party leader David Trimble has been asked by Israel to oversee an investigation into the Gaza aid controversy.
Injured Man Arrested After Blast
A man who was taken to hospital with hand injuries after a device exploded in north Belfast at the weekend has been arrested. The 36-year-old man is being questioned in connection with the pipe bomb attack in Kansas Avenue after residents heard a loud bang at about 1.40am on Sunday morning.
A man who was taken to hospital with hand injuries after a device exploded in north Belfast at the weekend has been arrested. The 36-year-old man is being questioned in connection with the pipe bomb attack in Kansas Avenue after residents heard a loud bang at about 1.40am on Sunday morning.
Bike Week Covers All Of Ireland
The first events of National Bike week 2010 have pedalled off with the Raleigh Around Ireland event on Sunday.
The first events of National Bike week 2010 have pedalled off with the Raleigh Around Ireland event on Sunday.
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Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry night with late sunshine then clear spells, though higher cloud increasing overnight. Winds increasing to a fresh southeasterly across the coasts towards dawn. Minimum temperature 8 °C.