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Irish News on Thu, May 30 2019, 2,557 days ago
EPA Bathing Water Quality Report Published
The publication of the latest Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Bathing Water Quality in Ireland Report, has been welcomed by the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy.
The publication of the latest Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Bathing Water Quality in Ireland Report, has been welcomed by the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy.
Irish News on Wed, May 30 2018, 2,922 days ago
No Change To State Pension Age Until New Calculation Systems In Place - FF
Any move to change the age of eligibility for the State Pension should be delayed until a new system for calculating pension entitlements is in place, and up and running, Fianna Fáil's Employment Affairs and Social Protection Spokesperson, Willie O'Dea has.
Any move to change the age of eligibility for the State Pension should be delayed until a new system for calculating pension entitlements is in place, and up and running, Fianna Fáil's Employment Affairs and Social Protection Spokesperson, Willie O'Dea has.
Irish News on Tue, May 30 2017, 3,287 days ago
Further €1m Funding Package For Harbour Development Projects Unveiled
A further €1 million funding package has been unveiled to help deliver 16 harbour development projects by Coastal Local Authorities. A total of nine Local Authorities are carrying out 16 development and repair projects on harbours and slipways which are owned by them.
A further €1 million funding package has been unveiled to help deliver 16 harbour development projects by Coastal Local Authorities. A total of nine Local Authorities are carrying out 16 development and repair projects on harbours and slipways which are owned by them.
No Data On Suicide Deaths In Hospitals - HSE
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has revealed it does not hold any data on suicide deaths in their units, or immediately following discharge from their services.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has revealed it does not hold any data on suicide deaths in their units, or immediately following discharge from their services.
Abbott To Relocate Irish Nutritional Devices Business To Finisklin
Almost €10 million is to be invested by IDA Ireland and global healthcare company Abbott to relocate it's Irish Nutritional Devices business.
Almost €10 million is to be invested by IDA Ireland and global healthcare company Abbott to relocate it's Irish Nutritional Devices business.
Gardai Issue Appeal To Trace Missing 52-Year-Old Man
Gardai are appealing for information to trace the whereabouts of a missing 52-year-old man from Cork City. John Ryan was last seen in the Shanakiel area of the city during the afternoon of Wednesday, 24 May.
Gardai are appealing for information to trace the whereabouts of a missing 52-year-old man from Cork City. John Ryan was last seen in the Shanakiel area of the city during the afternoon of Wednesday, 24 May.
Irish News on Fri, May 30 2014, 4,383 days ago
Man Dies In Cork Road Collision
A man has died after the van he was driving hit a tree in Cork this morning. The fatal collision occurred on the main Killarney to Mallow road at around 10am. The man, who was in his 50s, was driving a red Toyota Corolla van. Gardai are appealing for witnesses to contact them.
A man has died after the van he was driving hit a tree in Cork this morning. The fatal collision occurred on the main Killarney to Mallow road at around 10am. The man, who was in his 50s, was driving a red Toyota Corolla van. Gardai are appealing for witnesses to contact them.
Govt To Develop Policy Framework For Medical Card Eligibility
The HSE welcomes the Government decision taken today to develop the policy framework for medical card eligibility to take account of medical conditions.
The HSE welcomes the Government decision taken today to develop the policy framework for medical card eligibility to take account of medical conditions.
Sunshine Expected This Bank Holiday Weekend
Met Eireann has is predicting warm and sunny weather over this ban holiday weekend. Temperatures are expected to reach 20 to 22 degrees in some places. However, the weather is expected to break on Sunday.
Met Eireann has is predicting warm and sunny weather over this ban holiday weekend. Temperatures are expected to reach 20 to 22 degrees in some places. However, the weather is expected to break on Sunday.
Alex White To Run For Labour Leadership
Minister of State Alex White is expected to declare his decision to run for leader of the Labour Party this morning. The announcement follows Social Protection Minister Joan Burton's declaration that she would be contesting the leadership.
Minister of State Alex White is expected to declare his decision to run for leader of the Labour Party this morning. The announcement follows Social Protection Minister Joan Burton's declaration that she would be contesting the leadership.
Aer Lingus Strike Begins
Aer Lingus cabin crew have begun a 24-hour strike today, 30 May, over a dispute about rosters for airline employees. The crew, represented by union IMPACT, have expressed regret that a dispute about rosters has led to a "necessity for strike action".
Aer Lingus cabin crew have begun a 24-hour strike today, 30 May, over a dispute about rosters for airline employees. The crew, represented by union IMPACT, have expressed regret that a dispute about rosters has led to a "necessity for strike action".
Three Arrests Following Armed Robbery In Cork
Three people have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery in Cork. Two masked men armed with knives stole a sum of cash at a petrol station on Leitrim Street at around 8.30pm on Thursday night.
Three people have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery in Cork. Two masked men armed with knives stole a sum of cash at a petrol station on Leitrim Street at around 8.30pm on Thursday night.
Irish News on Thu, May 30 2013, 4,748 days ago
Unemployment Rate Drops 13.7%
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has announced the unemployment rate has dropped to 13.7%. Senator Marie Maloney said: "Since entering government just over two years ago, Labour's number one priority has been to tackle the jobs crisis and get our people back to work.
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has announced the unemployment rate has dropped to 13.7%. Senator Marie Maloney said: "Since entering government just over two years ago, Labour's number one priority has been to tackle the jobs crisis and get our people back to work.
Pensions Bill Will Do Nothing To Solve The Crisis - O'Dea
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection, Willie O'Dea TD, says the Social Welfare and Pensions Bill proposes nothing but administrative fixes which will do nothing to help solve the pension crisis.
Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Social Protection, Willie O'Dea TD, says the Social Welfare and Pensions Bill proposes nothing but administrative fixes which will do nothing to help solve the pension crisis.
The Medical Council Launches Its Annual Report
The Medical Council today (30 May 2013) launched its 2012 Annual Report, in addition to a Term Report, outlining its work over the past five years. The Medical Council concludes its term of office at the end of May, with a new Council commencing its term in June.
The Medical Council today (30 May 2013) launched its 2012 Annual Report, in addition to a Term Report, outlining its work over the past five years. The Medical Council concludes its term of office at the end of May, with a new Council commencing its term in June.
Irish Water To Create 400 Jobs
Irish Water has appointed Abtran Ltd, Cork, to operate its customer contact call centre. This decision will create 400 jobs at the Abtran facility at Bishopstown, Cork from July of this year. The contract is for a five year period and was awarded following a competitive tender process.
Irish Water has appointed Abtran Ltd, Cork, to operate its customer contact call centre. This decision will create 400 jobs at the Abtran facility at Bishopstown, Cork from July of this year. The contract is for a five year period and was awarded following a competitive tender process.
European Parliament Reaches Agreement On Common Fisheries Policy
Ireland North West MEP Pat the Cope Gallagher and a negotiator for the European Parliament on the Reform of the Common Fisheries Policy has confirmed that the European Parliament has reached a political agreement with the Irish Presidency on the Reform of the Common Fisheries Policy.
Ireland North West MEP Pat the Cope Gallagher and a negotiator for the European Parliament on the Reform of the Common Fisheries Policy has confirmed that the European Parliament has reached a political agreement with the Irish Presidency on the Reform of the Common Fisheries Policy.
Minister Calls For Re-Organisation Of The Education Sector
The Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn T.D., has today announced a major re-organisation of the country’s higher education sector that includes provision for the creation of new Technological Universities.
The Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn T.D., has today announced a major re-organisation of the country’s higher education sector that includes provision for the creation of new Technological Universities.
Two Women Hospitalised After Consuming Cannabis
Gardai have issued a warning after two women are believed to be in a life-threatening condition in hospital after consuming cannabis. It is believed the cannabis may have been contaminated. Both women, in their 20s, are in the intensive care unit of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda.
Gardai have issued a warning after two women are believed to be in a life-threatening condition in hospital after consuming cannabis. It is believed the cannabis may have been contaminated. Both women, in their 20s, are in the intensive care unit of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda.
Irish News on Wed, May 30 2012, 5,113 days ago
Pieta Hose CEO Is Set To Energise The Torch Olympic Run
Joan Freeman, Founder and CEO of Pieta House, will be one of the 40 Irish Olympic Torch Bearers when the 2012 Olympic Torch Relay reaches Dublin on 6th June. Joan was selected to participate in the relay by Electric Ireland, Official Energy Partner to Team Ireland.
Joan Freeman, Founder and CEO of Pieta House, will be one of the 40 Irish Olympic Torch Bearers when the 2012 Olympic Torch Relay reaches Dublin on 6th June. Joan was selected to participate in the relay by Electric Ireland, Official Energy Partner to Team Ireland.
SF Stunts Fails To Undermine Referendum Commission - FF
Fianna Fáil Director of Elections for the Stability Treaty Referendum Timmy Dooley has welcomed today's ruling by the High Court which upholds statements made by the independent Referendum Commission.
Fianna Fáil Director of Elections for the Stability Treaty Referendum Timmy Dooley has welcomed today's ruling by the High Court which upholds statements made by the independent Referendum Commission.
Gardaí Search For Lithuanian Woman
Gardaí are appealing for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 60 year old Nina Pethauskiene who has been missing from the Harrington St area of Dublin 8 since Monday 28th May 2012. Nina is a Lithuanian National and has very little English.
Gardaí are appealing for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 60 year old Nina Pethauskiene who has been missing from the Harrington St area of Dublin 8 since Monday 28th May 2012. Nina is a Lithuanian National and has very little English.
Girl In Serious Condition After Sand Dune Collapse
A 19-year-old girl remains in a serious condition in hospital after a sand dune collapsed on her yesterday afternoon in west Kerry. The accident happened on the back beach of the Maherees. Gardaí said the girl, who is from Cork, was with a group of pals on the beach when the incident happened.
A 19-year-old girl remains in a serious condition in hospital after a sand dune collapsed on her yesterday afternoon in west Kerry. The accident happened on the back beach of the Maherees. Gardaí said the girl, who is from Cork, was with a group of pals on the beach when the incident happened.
Lynch Urges All Voters To Use Their Vote In The Stability Treaty
Deputy Ciaran Lynch today urged all eligible voters to cast their vote in tomorrow's Stability Treaty referendum.
Deputy Ciaran Lynch today urged all eligible voters to cast their vote in tomorrow's Stability Treaty referendum.
Minister Announces Extension In The Growing Up In Ireland Study
Frances Fitzgerald T.D., Minister for Children and Youth Affairs has today announced an extension of Growing Up in Ireland, the National Longitudinal Study of Children.
Frances Fitzgerald T.D., Minister for Children and Youth Affairs has today announced an extension of Growing Up in Ireland, the National Longitudinal Study of Children.
NUJ Unease At Communications Clinic Link To Irish Missionary Union
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called on the Chairman of the RTÉ Board, Tom Savage, to make a full statement on the involvement of the Communications Clinic in advising the Irish Missionary Union in relation to the Prime Time Investigates programme ‘Mission to Prey’.
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called on the Chairman of the RTÉ Board, Tom Savage, to make a full statement on the involvement of the Communications Clinic in advising the Irish Missionary Union in relation to the Prime Time Investigates programme ‘Mission to Prey’.
Jenson Pushes All the Right Buttons
Temperatures are set to soar this weekend ahead of Sunday’s Bavaria City Racing event and the scorching sun won’t be the only reason why the ladies of Dublin will be getting hot under the collar.
Temperatures are set to soar this weekend ahead of Sunday’s Bavaria City Racing event and the scorching sun won’t be the only reason why the ladies of Dublin will be getting hot under the collar.
Irish News on Fri, May 30 2008, 6,574 days ago
Court Appearance Follows Fatal Shooting
Following a gardaí investigation into a recent fatal shooting incident, two men and one woman have been in court.
Following a gardaí investigation into a recent fatal shooting incident, two men and one woman have been in court.
U2 Star Compares Africa To Ireland Under Britain
U2 frontman Bono has compared the problems facing the African economy to Ireland under British rule. Speaking at a development summit in Yokohama, Japan, the singer told audience members that as an Irishman, he empathised with the realities of Africa under colonisation.
U2 frontman Bono has compared the problems facing the African economy to Ireland under British rule. Speaking at a development summit in Yokohama, Japan, the singer told audience members that as an Irishman, he empathised with the realities of Africa under colonisation.
Concerns Grow For 200 Call-Centre Jobs In The North
A local MP has spoken of his renewed concerns over jobs at a troubled call centre in the North.
A local MP has spoken of his renewed concerns over jobs at a troubled call centre in the North.
Donegal Petrol Station Robbed
Two armed and masked men have robbed a filling station in County Donegal. At about 3.30pm on Thursday, the pair - one carrying a shotgun, the other a handgun - entered the premises just over the border from Northern Ireland - near Killea.
Two armed and masked men have robbed a filling station in County Donegal. At about 3.30pm on Thursday, the pair - one carrying a shotgun, the other a handgun - entered the premises just over the border from Northern Ireland - near Killea.
Keane Givens Trapattoni First Republic Victory
Robbie Keane was on hand to fire Republic of Ireland to a friendly victory over Colombia. The strike ensured a first win for the Republic under new boss Giovanni Trapattoni.
Robbie Keane was on hand to fire Republic of Ireland to a friendly victory over Colombia. The strike ensured a first win for the Republic under new boss Giovanni Trapattoni.
Youth Due In Court Over Limerick Murder
A teenager is due to appear in court in Limerick today in connection with the murder of Patrick Coleman. The 33-year-old father of two died after being stabbed to death. He sustained the injuries as he walked on a roadway linking Childers Road and the Southern Ring Road on September 2, 2007.
A teenager is due to appear in court in Limerick today in connection with the murder of Patrick Coleman. The 33-year-old father of two died after being stabbed to death. He sustained the injuries as he walked on a roadway linking Childers Road and the Southern Ring Road on September 2, 2007.
Fishermen Stage Fuels Protests In Dublin
Fishermen in County Wexford are due to stage a protest today against rising diesel costs in Dublin. The demonstrators, from Kilmore Quay, Co Wexford, say they are now spending 80% of their earnings on fuel compared with just 15% a number of years ago.
Fishermen in County Wexford are due to stage a protest today against rising diesel costs in Dublin. The demonstrators, from Kilmore Quay, Co Wexford, say they are now spending 80% of their earnings on fuel compared with just 15% a number of years ago.
Car Sales Drop 18% In One Month
Car Sales in Ireland are the latest casualty of the credit crunch. The total number of new private cars licensed last month was down 18% for April 2007 according to figures released from the CSO today. The total of vehicles licensed dropped by 11% last month compared to April last year.
Car Sales in Ireland are the latest casualty of the credit crunch. The total number of new private cars licensed last month was down 18% for April 2007 according to figures released from the CSO today. The total of vehicles licensed dropped by 11% last month compared to April last year.
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Ireland WeatherToday:Some early brightness in southeast, but generally a cloudy morning with outbreaks of occasionally heavy rain. During the afternoon the rain turns more showery and perhaps thundery. Maximum temperature 20 °C.Tonight:Showery rain will push northeast through the evening, occasionally heavy and perhaps thundery at times. Clear spells and scattered showers overnight. Minimum temperature 11 °C.